When a thought is too weak to be expressed simply, it is a proof that it should be rejected.

It is difficult to esteem a man as highly as he would wish. [Fr., Il est difficile d'estimer quelqu'un comme il veut l'etre.]

Indolence is the sleep of the mind. [Fr., L'indolence est le sommeil des esprits.]

Clearness marks the sincerity of philosophers. [Fr., La clarte est la bonne foi des philosophes.]

The wicked are always surprised to find ability in the good. [Fr., Les merchants sont toujours surpris de trouver de l'habilete dans les bons.]

Prosperity makes few friends. [Fr., La proserite fait peu d'amis.]