Virtue is a state of war, and to live in it we have always to combat with ourselves

The path of a good woman is indeed strewn with flowers but they rise behind her steps, not before them

A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue, but the parent of all other virtues

Reputation is rarely proportioned to virtue

Virtue is a habit of the mind, consistent with nature and moderation and reason

Virtue is not knowing but doing

The virtues, like the Muses, are always seen in groups. A good principle was never found solitary in any breast

Virtue is not solitary it is bound to have neighbors

All virtue is summed up in dealing justly

Virtue does not come from wealth, but. . . wealth, and every other good thing which men have. . . comes from virtue