A religion that never suffices to govern a man will never suffice to save him; that which does not sufficiently distinguish one from a wicked world will never distinguish him from a perishing world.

Nearly every lawsuit is an insult to the intelligence of both plaintiff and defendant.

The modest person is usually admired, if people ever hear of them.

When I get hold of a book I particularly admire, I am so enthusiastic that I loan it to someone who never brings it back.

I believe in grumbling; it is the politest form of fighting known.

If a man has money, it is usually a sign, too, that he knows how to take care of it; don't imagine his money is easy to get simply because he has plenty of it.

One of the surprising things in this world is the respect a worthless man has for himself.