Nature has given us two ears but only one mouth.

Enthusiasm is the breath of genius.

My idea of an acceptable person is someone that is ready to accept my ideas.

Moderation is the center wherein all philosophies, both human and divine, meet.

What is wanted in architecture, as in so many things, is a man. ... One suggestion might be made-no profession in England has done its duty until it has furnished a victim. ... Even our boasted navy never achieved a great victory until we shot an admiral. Suppose an architect were hanged? Terror has its inspiration, as well as competition.

Great revolutions, whatever may be their causes, are not lightly commenced, and are not concluded with precipitation.

As a general rule, nobody has money who ought to have it.