There can be no high civilization where there is not ample leisure.

The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world's joy.

Thorough selfishness destroys or paralyzes enjoyment. A heart made selfish by the contest for wealth is like a citadel stormed in war, utterly shattered.

Brethren, we are all sailing home; and by and by, when we are not thinking of it, some shadowy thing (men call it death), at midnight, will pass by, and will call us by name, and will say, "I have a message for you from home; God wants you; heaven waits for you.

Tears are often the telescope by which men see far into heaven.

Whoever makes home seem to the young dearer and more happy, is a public benefactor.

Do not be afraid of defeat. You are never so near victory as when you are defeated in a good cause.