Lessons of wisdom have the most power over us when they capture the heart through the groundwork of a story, which engages the passions.

Religion which lays so many restraints upon us, is a troublesome companion to those who will lay no restraints upon themselves.

Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners.

In solitude the mind gains strength and learns to lean upon itself.

An English man does not travel to see English men.