It is the mark of an educated mind to expect that amount of exactness which the nature of the particular subject admits. It is equally unreasonable to accept merely probable conclusions from a mathematician and to demand strict demonstration from an orator.

Those that deem politics beneath their dignity are doomed to be governed by those of lesser talents.

Imagination is a sort of faint perception.

It is the mark of an educated mind to rest satisfied with the degree of precision which the nature of the subject admits and not to seek exactness where only an approximation is possible.

Also, that which is desirable in itself is more desirable than what is desirable per accidens.

If one way be better than another, that you may be sure is nature's way.

Happiness is the reward of virtue.