Idleness is the heaviest of all oppressions.
The delight we inspire in others has this enchanting peculiarity that, far from being diminished like every other reflection, it returns to us more radiant than ever.
Wisdom and eloquence are not always united.
When a man is out of sight, it is not too long before he is out of mind.
Every bird which flies has the thread of the infinite in its claw.
by making himself a priest made himself a demon.