The evil implanted in man by nature spreads so imperceptibly, when the habit of wrong-doing is unchecked, that he himself can set no limit to his shamelessness.

The absolute good is not a matter of opinion but of nature.

Such praise coming from so degraded a source, was degrading to me, its recipient.

Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide.

Be sure that it is not you that is mortal, but only your body. For that man whom your outward form reveals is not yourself; the spirit is the true self, not that physical figure which and be pointed out by your finger.

Live as brave men; and if fortune is adverse, front its blows with brave hearts.