They are surely to be esteemed the bravest spirits who, having the clearest sense of both the pains and pleasures of life, do not on that account shrink from danger.

Knowledge without understanding is useless.

Most people, in fact, will not take the trouble in finding out the truth, but are much more inclined to accept the first story they hear.

Human nature is the one constant through human history. It is always there.

Those who have experienced good and bad luck many times have every reason to be skeptical of successes

It is men who make a city, not walls or ships.

You shouldn't feel sorry for the lifestyle you haven't tasted, but for the one you are about to lose