Prosperity is very liable to bring pride among the other goods with which it endows an individual; it is then that prosperity costs too dear.

Purity in person and in morals is true godliness.

Attempt to teach the young but little at a time; this will be easier to impart, easier to receive, and surer to be retained.

There is one sure criterion of judgment as to religious faith in doctrinal matters; can you reduce it to practice? If not, have none of it.

The law of heaven is love.

Self-respect is the best of all.

The experience of others adds to our knowledge, but not to our wisdom; that is dearer bought.