Anger and the thirst of revenge are a kind of fever; fighting and lawsuits, bleeding,--at least, an evacuation. The latter occasions a dissipation of money; the former, of those fiery spirits which cause a preternatural fermentation.

Virtues, like essences, lose their fragrance when exposed. They are sensitive plants, which will not bear too familiar approaches.

Trifles discover a character, more than actions of importance.

Amid the most mercenary ages it is but a secondary sort of admiration that is bestowed upon magnificence.

Second thoughts oftentimes are the very worst of all thoughts.

Whoe'er excels in what we prize, appears a hero in our eyes.

The weak and insipid white wine makes at length excellent vinegar.