Though a man declares himself an atheist, it in no way alters his obligations.

The great lever by which to raise and save the world is the unbounded love and mercy of God.

The unthankful heart... discovers no mercies; but let the thankful heart sweep through the day and, as the magnet finds the iron, so it will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings!

There are sorrows that are not painful, but are of the nature of some acids, and give piquancy and flavor to life.

Love is the world's river of life

It is for men to choose whether they will govern themselves or be governed.

A mother is as different from anything else that God ever thought of, as can possibly be. She is a distinct and individual creation.