In all places, and in all times, those religionists who have believed too much have been more inclined to violence and persecution than those who have believed too little.

Wealth is a relative thing since those who have little and want less are richer than those who have much but want more.

Sturdy beggars can bear stout denials.

Short as life is, some find it long enough to outlive their characters, their constitutions and their estates.

The poorest man would not part with health for money, but the richest would gladly part with all their money for health.

It is better to have wisdom without learning than learning without wisdom.

If all seconds were as averse to duels as their principals, very little blood would be shed in that way.