Great joy, especially after a sudden change of circumstances, is apt to be silent, and dwells rather in the heart than on the tongue.

We endeavor to conceal our vices under the disguise of the opposite virtues.

Let no man be sorry he has done good, because others concerned with him have done evil! If a man has acted right, he has done well, though along; if wrong, the sanction of all mankind will not justify him.

Sensuality not only debases both body and mind, but dulls the keen edge of pleasure.

Some folks rail against other folks, because other folks have what some folks would be glad of.

Wisdom is the talent of buying virtuous pleasures at the cheapest rate.

The dignity of history.