As we retain but a faint remembrance of our felicity, it is but fair that the smartest stroke of sorrow should, if bitter, at least be brief.

A Protestant, if he wants aid or advice on any matter, can only go to his solicitor.

No man is regular in his attendance at the House of Commons until he is married.

Seeing much, suffering much, and studying much, are the three pillars of learning.

I believe absence is a great element of charm.

With words we govern men.

Great services are not canceled by one act or by one single error.