It is easy to form the mind while it is still tender; but it is difficult to root out those vices that have grown up with it.
It is a great thing to know when to speak and when to be silent.
The vices of others we have before our eyes; our own, behind our backs.
Use your ears oftener than your tongue.
Nothing is more out of place in him who is inflicting punishment than anger.
It is not the issue of a thing that ought to be taken into account, but the purpose.
Every crime is committed before the deed is done.
To cupidity nothing is enough; to nature even a little is enough.
Vice takes possession of us unconsciously; virtue is difficult to find, and we need a guide and teacher. Vices are learned without a teacher.
Stars shall impinge upon stars and all matter that now delights us with its beautiful order shall burn in one huge conflagration.