There is a plague on Man, the opinion that he knows something. - Michel de Montaigne

For truth itself has not the privilege to be spoken at all times and in all sorts.

There is as much difference between us and ourselves as between us and others.

There is indeed a certain sense of gratification when we do a good deed that gives us inward satisfaction, and a generous pride that accompanies a good conscience…These testimonies of a good conscience are pleasant; and such a natural pleasure is very beneficial to us; it is the only payment that can never fail. “On Repentance