"The ancients recommended us to sacrifice to the Graces, but Milton sacrificed to the Devil." — Voltaire

Time, which alone makes the reputation of men, ends by making their defects respectable.

Weakness on both sides is, as we know, the motto of all quarrels.

He who is not just is severe, he who is not wise is sad.

Froth at the top, dregs at bottom, but the middle excellent.