Look upon the errors of others in sorrow, not in anger.

There is nothing perfectly secure but poverty.

Very hot and still the air was, Very smooth the gliding river, Motionless the sleeping shadows.

The mind of the scholar, if he would leave it large and liberal, should come in contact with other minds.

Simplicity is the character of the spring of life, costliness becomes its autumn; but a neatness and purity, like that of the snow-drop or lily of the valley, is the peculiar fascination of beauty, to which it lends enchantment, and gives what amiability is to the mind.

Nature paints not; In oils, but frescoes the great dome of heaven; With sunsets, and the lovely forms of clouds; And flying vapors.

The poor too often turn away unheard, From hearts that shut against them with a sound That will be heard in heaven.