The persuasion of a friend is a strong thing. A man dies still if he has done nothing, as one who has done much. And what he greatly thought, he nobly dared. In youth and beauty, wisdom is but rare! It is always the latest song that an audience applauds the most. Light is the task where many share the toil. My friend should honor him who honors me. A decent boldness ever meets with friends. The charity that is a trifle to us can be precious to others. Wise were the kings who never chose a friend till with full cups they had unmasked his soul, and seen the bottom of his deepest thoughts. | 
