In every picture there should be shade as well as light.

I argued that the chastity of women was of much more consequence than that of men, as the property and rights of families depend upon it.

No, Sir, claret is the liquor for boys; port for men: but he who aspires to be a hero must drink brandy. In the first place brandy will do soonest for a man what drinking can do for him.

Melancholy cannot be clearly proved to others, so it is better to be silent about it.

The pleasure of gratifying whim is very great. It is known only by those who are whimsical.

In every picture there should be shade as well as light.

Have a sense of piety ever on your mind, and be ever mindful that this is subject to no change, but will last you as long as life and support you in death. Elevate your soul by prayer and by contemplation without mystical enthusiasm.