"If a man is proud of his wealth, he should not be praised until it is known how he employs it."

"For I was conscious that I knew practically nothing..."

"My advice to you is get married: if you find a good wife you'll be happy; if not, you'll become a philosopher."

"Avoid it resolutely; it is not easy to control yourself once you meddle with that sort of thing."

"I am very conscious that I am not wise at all."