The Physician, by the study and inspection of urine and ordure, approves himself in the science; and in like sort should our author accustom and exercise his imagination upon the dregs of nature.

Is not absence death to those who love?

The way of the Creative works through change and transformation, so that each thing receives its true nature and destiny and comes into permanent accord with the Great Harmony: this is what furthers and what perseveres.

I never knew any man in my life who could not bear another's misfortunes perfectly like a Christian.

Some old men, continually praise the time of their youth. In fact, you would almost think that there were no fools in their days, but unluckily they themselves are left as an example.

The only time you run out of chances is when you stop taking them

But thinks, admitted to that equal sky, His faithful dog shall bear him company.