To give truth to him who loves it not is but to give him more plentiful material for misinterpretation.

Until a man has love, it is well he should have fear. So long as there are wild beasts about, it is better to be afraid than secure.

Love is the opener as well as closer of eyes.

I only know when I don't know a thing. My uncle has taught me that wisdom lies in that.

It needs brains to be a real fool.

For this, deep waters whelm the fruitful lea, Wars ravage, famine wastes, plague withers, nor Shall cease till men have chosen the better part.

Life and religion are one, or neither is any thing.