There are two principles of established acceptance in morals; first, that self-interest is the mainspring of all of our actions, and secondly, that utility is the test of their value.
Charles Caleb ColtonMen are born with two eyes, but with one tongue, in order that they should see twice as much as they say.
Charles Caleb ColtonThe upright, if he suffer calumny to move him, fears the tongue of man more than the eye of God.
Charles Caleb Colton