Nothing tends so much to enlarge the mind as traveling.

Earth, thou great footstool of our God, who reigns on high; thou fruitful source of all our raiment, life, and food; our house, our parent, and our nurse.

No science is speedily learned by the noblest genius without tuition.

There is a dreadful Hell, And everlasting pains; There sinners must with devils dwell In darkness, fire, and chains.

Academical disputation gives vigor and briskness to the mind thus exercised, and relieves the languor of private study and meditation.

Whatever brawls disturb the street, There should be peace at home.

Do not hover always on the surface of things, nor take up suddenly with mere appearances; but penetrate into the depth of matters, as far as your time and circumstances allow, especially in those things which relate to your profession.