"Who makes quick use of the moment is a genius of prudence." — Johann Kaspar Lavater

If you wish to appear agreeable in society, you must consent to be taught many things which you know already.

The public seldom forgive twice.

Neatness begets order; but from order to taste there is the same difference as from taste to genius, or from love to friendship.

I am prejudiced in favor of him who, without impudence, can ask boldly. He has faith in humanity, and faith in himself. No one who is not accustomed to giving grandly can ask nobly and with boldness.