If the poor, for example, because they are more in number, divide among themselves the property of the rich,- is not this unjust? . . this law of confiscation clearly cannot be just.

How many a dispute could have been deflated into a single paragraph if the disputants had dared to define their terms

Nature does nothing in vain.

The life of children, as much as that of intemperate men, is wholly governed by their desires.

Rising before daylight is also to be commended; it is a healthy habit, and gives more time for the management of the household as well as for liberal studies.

For imagining lies within our power whenever we wish . . . but in forming opinons we are not free . . .

Being a father is the most rewarding thing a man whose career has plateaued can do.