The expression of a gentleman's face is not so much that of refinement, as of flexibility, not of sensibility and enthusiasm as of indifference; it argues presence of mind rather than enlargement of ideas.
We grow tired of ourselves, much more of other people.
Horus non numero nisi serenas (I count only the sunny hours).
When you find out a man's ruling passion, beware of crossing him in it.
The garb of religion is the best cloak for power.
Without the aid of prejudice and custom, I should not be able to find my way across the room.