I find the name of Jesus Christ written on the top of every page of modern history.

Conscience is the mirror of our souls, which represents the errors of our lives in their full shape.

Institutions may crumble and governments fall, but it is only that they may renew a better youth, and mount upwards like the eagle.

Not in vain has Lincoln lived, for he has helped to make this republic an example of justice, with no caste but the caste of humanity.

If hours did not hang heavy, what would become of scandal?

Dishonesty is so grasping it would deceive God himself, were it possible.

The friendship between me and you I will not compare to a chain; for that the rains might rust, or the falling tree might break.