Tis true, 'tis certain; man, though dead, retains Part of himself; the immortal mind remains.

The proper study of Mankind is Man.

I lisp'd in numbers, for the numbers came.

So perish all who do the like again.

Get place and wealth, if possible with grace; if not, by any means get wealth and place.

Absent or dead, still let a friend be dear.

Blessed is the man who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed was the ninth beatitude.