“They are never alone that are accompanied with noble thoughts.”

“He is truly wise who gains wisdom from another's mishap.”

“A little folly is desirable in him that will not be guilty of stupidity.”

“Should such a man, too fond to rule alone, Bear, like the Turk, no brother near the throne.”

“Whose wit in the combat, as gentle as bright, Ne'er carried a heart-stain away on its blade.”

“A bad neighbour is as great a misfortune as a good one is a great blessing.”