It is little the sign of a wise or good man, to suffer temperance to be transgressed in order to purchase the repute of a generous entertainer.

A just and wise magistrate is a blessing as extensive as the community to which he belongs; a blessing which includes all other blessings whatsoever that relate to this life.

It's attention to detail that makes the difference between average and stunning.

If God be infinitely holy, just, and good, He must take delight in those creatures that resemble Him most in these perfections.

Hospitality sometimes degenerates into profuseness, and ends in madness and folly.

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

What we employ in charitable uses during our lives is given away from ourselves; what we bequeath at our death is given from others only, as our nearest relations.