The knowledge of God is very far from the love of Him.

I take it as a matter not to be disputed, that if all knew what each said of the other, there would not be four friends in the world. This seems proved by the quarrels and disputes caused by the disclosures which are occasionally made.

Religion is so great a thing that it is right that those who will not take the trouble to seek it if it be obscure, should be deprived of it.

The last thing we decide in writing a book is what to put first.

Our true dignity consists — in thought. Thence we must derive our elevation, not from space or duration. Let us endeavor then to think well; this is the principle of morals.

If we regulate our conduct according to our own convictions, we may safely disregard the praise or censure of others.

To call a king "Prince" is pleasing, because it diminishes his rank.