Miracle: An event described by those to whom it was told by men who did not see it.

Souls are made of dawn-stuff and starshine.

Our desires always disappoint us; for though we meet with something that gives us satisfaction, yet it never thoroughly answers our expectation.

Woman's inaptitude for reasoning has not prevented her from arriving at truth; nor has man's ability to reason prevented him from floundering in absurdity.

Gossip is only the lack of a worthy memory.

Do not dump your woes upon people — keep the sad story of your life to yourself. Troubles grow by recounting them.

The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today.