. . . the state of things and the dispositions of men were then such, that a man could not well tell whom he might trust or whom he might fear.

Everywhere do I percieve a certain conspiracy of rich men seeking their own advantage underthat name and pretext of commonwealth.

No more like together than is chalke to coles.

If the lion knew his own strength, hard were it for any man to rule him.

Oh! blame not the bard.

Sex and religion are closer to each other than either might prefer.

If we lived in a state where virtue was profitable, common sense would make us saintly. But since we see that avarice, anger, pride and stupidity commonly profit far beyond charity, modesty, justice and thought, perhaps we must stand fast a little, even at the risk of being heroes.