We do not content ourselves with the life we have in ourselves and in our own being; we desire to live an imaginary life in the mind of others, and for this purpose we endeavour to shine.

It is generally much more shameful to lose a good reputation than never to have acquired it.

It is easier to add to a great reputation than to get it.

Posterity is always just.

Reputation is an idle and most false imposition; oft got without merit and lost without deserving.

The Purest treasure mortal times afford Is spotless reputation.

One can survive everything nowadays, except death, and live down anything except a good reputation.

Glass, china, and reputation are easily cracked, and never well mended.

A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.

The art of being able to make good use of moderate abilities wins esteem, and often acquires more reputation than actual brilliancy.