A charitable man is like an apple tree-he gives his fruit and is silent; the philanthropist is like the successful hen.

Learned men fall into error oftenest by mistaking knowledge for wisdom.

Charity is the note that resolves the discord.

We should thank God that He did not give us the power of hearing through walls; otherwise there would be no such thing as friendship.

There is more in the education of children than the everlasting iteration of the word "don't!"

Treat kindly every miserable truth that knocks begging at your door, otherwise you will some day fail to recognize Truth Himself when He comes in rags.

When you are dealing with a child, keep all your wits about you, and sit on the floor.