It is difficult to like those whom we do not esteem; but it is no less so to like those whom we esteem more than ourselves.

We can always make ourselves liked provided we act likable, but we cannot always make ourselves esteemed, no matter what our merits are.

If you have any shame, forbear to pluck the beard of a dead lion.

The honor we receive from those that fear us, is not honor; those respects are paid to royalty and not to me.

Concerning great things one should either be silent or speak loftily.

The respect of those you respect is worth more than the applause of the multitude.

This is the final test of a gentleman: his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.

Show regard for no one at the expense of your soul, And respect no one, to your own downfall.

We must respect everyone who lives on this earth, be he French or foreigner. We must treat him as a brother so long as he respects our freedom, our personality, and our dignity.

I am not going to respect ... gray hairs unless there is wisdom beneath them.