The Pope is an idol whose hands are tied and whose feet are kissed.

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.

How pleasant it is for a father to sit at his child's board. It is like an aged man reclining under the shadow of an oak which he has planted.

Change everything except your loves.

Our priests are not what a silly populace supposes; all their learning consists in our credulity.

Why, since we are always complaining of our ills, are we constantly employed in redoubling them?

Indolence is sweet, and its consequences bitter.