From mere success nothing can be concluded in favor of any nation upon whom it is bestowed.

A good character when established should not be rested in as an end, but only employed as a means of doing still further good.

It is impossible to have a lively hope in another life, and yet be deeply immersed in the enjoyments of this.

From mere success nothing can be concluded in favor of any nation upon whom it is bestowed.

It is the duty of every one to strive to gain and deserve a good reputation.

A sturdy, hardened sinner shall advance to the utmost pitch of impiety, with less reluctance than he took the first step while his conscience was yet vigilant and tender.

Nothing can be reckoned good or bad to us in this life, any further than it indisposes us for the enjoyment of another.