The used key is always bright.

The problem with common sense is, it isn't.

Be in general virtuous, and you will be happy. At least, you will by such conduct, stand the best chance for such consequences.

Love well, whip well.

Make use of your friends by being of use to them.

My father's little library consisted chiefly of books in polemic divinity, most of which I read, and have since often regretted that, at a time when I had such a thirst for knowledge, more proper books had not fallen in my way since it was now resolved I should not be a clergyman.

I have lived, Sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth — that God governs in the affairs of men.