Hatred is gained as much by good works as by evil.

Hatred is gained as much by good works as by evil.

I prefer the wicked rather than the foolish. The wicked sometimes rest.

I prefer the wicked rather than the foolish. The wicked sometimes rest.

Evil is always possible. Goodness is a difficulty.

Evil is always possible. Goodness is a difficulty.

Nothing baffles the schemes of evil people so much as the calm composure of great souls.

Nothing baffles the schemes of evil people so much as the calm composure of great souls.

From envy, hatred, and malice, and all uncharitableness.

From envy, hatred, and malice, and all uncharitableness.

Hope is the worst of evils, for it prolongs the torment of man

Hope is the worst of evils, for it prolongs the torment of man

Evil is something you recognize immediately you see it: it works through charm.

Evil is something you recognize immediately you see it: it works through charm.

Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Evil requires the sanction of the victim.

Evil requires the sanction of the victim.