What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness?

Do not base your life on the judgments of others; first, because they are as likely to be mistaken as you are, and further, because you cannot know that they are telling you their true thoughts.

I only see clearly what I remember.

I have always said and felt that true enjoyment can not be described.

It is believed that physiognomy is only a simple development of the features already marked out by nature. It is my opinion, however, that in addition to this development, the features come insensibly to be formed and assume their shape from the frequent and habitual expression of certain affections of the soul. These affections are marked on the countenance; nothing is more certain than this; and when they turn into habits, they must leave on it durable impressions.

The majesty of the Scriptures strikes me with admiration, as the purity of the gospel has its influence on my heart.

It is not our criminal actions that require courage to confess, but those which are ridiculous and foolish.