The most ridiculous of all animals is a proud priest; he cannot use his own tools without cutting his own fingers.
Charles Caleb ColtonWhen you have nothing to say, say nothing; a weak defense strengthens your opponent, and silence is less injurious than a bad reply.
Charles Caleb ColtonFor one man who sincerely pities our misfortunes, there are a thousand who sincerely hate our success.
Charles Caleb ColtonThe further we advance in knowledge, the more simplicity shall we discover in those primary rules that regulate all the apparently endless, complicated, and multiform operations of the Godhead.
Charles Caleb Colton