The firmest friendship is based on an identity of likes and dislikes.

To like and dislike the same things, this is what makes a solid friendship.

All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity.

All those who offer an opinion on any doubtful point should first clear their minds of every sentiment of dislike, friendship, anger or pity.

In my opinion, he only may be truly said to live and enjoy his being who is engaged in some laudable pursuit, and acquires a name by some illustrious action, or useful art.

Harmony makes small things grow, lack of it makes great things decay.

As the blessings of health and fortune have a beginning, so they must also find an end. Everything rises but to fall, and increases but to decay.

Neither soldiers nor money can defend a king but only friends won by good deeds, merit, and honesty.

He that will be angry for anything will be angry for nothing.