Some men's wit is like a dark lantern, which serves their own turn and guides them their own way, but is never known (according to the Scripture phrase) either to shine forth before men, or to glorify their Father in heaven.

Two purposes in human nature rule. Self- love to urge, and reason to restrain.

Did some more sober critics come abroad? If wrong, I smil'd; if right, I kiss'd the rod.

From vulgar bounds with brave disorder part, And snatch a grace beyond the reach of art.

If I am right, Thy grace impart Still in the right to stay; If I am wrong, O, teach my heart To find that better way!

Virtue alone is happiness below.

Party-spirit at best is but the madness of many for the gain of a few.