Rumor does not always err; it sometimes even elects a man.
The brave and bold persist even against fortune; the timid and cowardly rush to despair though fear alone.
Neglected, calumny soon expires, show that you are hurt, and you give it the appearance of truth.
Candor and generosity, unless tempered by due moderation, leads to ruin.
Posterity will pay everyone their due.
The persecution of genius fosters its influence.