The things of this world take up too much of my time, of which indeed I have too little left, to undertake anything like a reformation in religion.

There is scarce a king in a hundred who would not, if he could, follow the example of Pharoah - get first all the people's money, then all their lands, and then make them and their children servants forever.

Lying rides upon debt's back.

The first mistake in public business is the going into it.

Get what you can, and what you get hold; 'tis the Stone that will turn all your Lead into Gold.

A good example is the best sermon.

Look before, or you'll find yourself behind.