Henry Fielding

"The fear of death often proves mortal to virtue."

"Generosity is a virtue equally exercised in small and great matters."

"The human heart is the most valuable treasure on earth."

"Married life has many thorns."

"Constancy is a noble quality."

"The art of conversation is almost wholly that of listening."

"Poverty may deprive a man of many luxuries, but not of virtue."

"A man of real good nature is incapable of being offended."

"Humanity is the cement which binds societies together."

"False pride and true courage are often at variance."

"The path of duty is the path of safety."

"Every writer has his peculiarities."

"The power of money is very considerable."

"Flattery is the food of vanity."

"A modest man is his own best friend."

"The greatest ornament of a woman is modesty."

"Justice is the firmest pillar of government."

"True friendship is a plant of slow and tender growth."

"Pride is the last refuge of the unsuccessful."

"Silence is often the best answer."

"The human mind is the greatest theater."

"Virtue is its own reward."

"A kind heart is a fountain of gladness."

"The love of money is the root of all evil."

"Great actions spring from great principles."

"Education is the foundation of a well-ordered state."

"The test of true friendship is to share another's joy."

"Wisdom lies in thinking before speaking."

"A man's character is his fate."

"The greatest wealth is contentment."