The faith that acts not, is it truly faith?

He who bridles the fury of the billows knows also to put a stop to the secret plans of the wicked. Submitting with respect to His holy will, I fear God, and have no other fear.

On the throne, one has many worries; and remorse is the one that weighs the least.

Vice, like virtue, Grows in small steps, and no true innocence Can ever fall at once to deepest guilt.

The face of tyranny Is always mild at first.

A tragedy need not have blood and death; it's enough that it all be filled with that majestic sadness that is the pleasure of tragedy.

Sir, that much prudence calls for too much worry; I cannot foresee misfortunes so far away.