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The only reward of virtue is virtue.
The only reward of virtue is virtue.
Virtue is like a rich stone, best plain set.
Virtue is like a rich stone, best plain set.
Virtue has a veil, vice a mask.
Virtue has a veil, vice a mask.
Modesty is a vastly overrated virtue.
Modesty is a vastly overrated virtue.
Search others for their virtues, thy self for thy vices
Search others for their virtues, thy self for thy vices
Virtue is not solitary; it is bound to have neighbors
Virtue is not solitary; it is bound to have neighbors
The power of a man's virtue should not be measured by his special efforts, but by his ordinary doing
The power of a man's virtue should not be measured by his special efforts, but by his ordinary doing
Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice
Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice
Virtue is persecuted more by the wicked than it is loved by the good.
Virtue is persecuted more by the wicked than it is loved by the good.