There is but one way to tranquility of mind and happiness, and that is to account no external things thine own, but to commit all to God.

It is not he who gives abuse that affronts, but the view that we take of it as insulting; so that when one provokes you it is your own opinion which is provoking.

The cause of all human evils is the not being able to apply general principles to special cases.

If you seek truth you will not seek victory by dishonorable means, and if you find truth you will become invincible.

Let silence be your general rule; or say only what is necessary and in few words.

Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens.

When you close your doors, and make darkness within, remember never to say that you are alone, for you are not alone; nay, God is within, and your genius is within. And what need have they of light to see what you are doing?