The general order of things that takes care of fleas and moles also takes care of men, if they will have the same patience that fleas and moles have, to leave it to itself.

A strong memory is commonly coupled with infirm judgment.

The memory represents to us not what we choose but what it pleases.

The beauty of stature is the only beauty of men.

The mind is a dangerous weapon, even to the possessor, if he knows not discreetly how to use it.

Tis the taste of effeminacy that disrelishes ordinary and accustomed things.

The poverty of goods is easily cured; the poverty of the soul is irreparable.

Nature is a gentle guide, but not more sweet and gentle than prudent and just.

Man is the sole animal whose nudities offend his own companions, and the only one who, in his natural actions, withdraws and hides himself from his own kind.

Obstinacy and dogmatism are the surest signs of stupidity. Is there anything more confident, resolute, disdainful, grave and serious than an ass?