What's amiss I'll strive to mend,And endure what can't be mended.

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

Birds in their little nests agree; And 'tis a shameful sight When children of one family Fall out, and chide, and fight.

In books, or work, or healthful play.

Vice and virtue chiefly imply the relation of our actions to men in this world; sin and holiness rather imply their relation to God and the other world.

Speak softly. It is far better to rule by love than fear.Speak softly. Let no harsh words mar the good we may do here.

Roses grow on thorns and honey wears a sting.