The proportion of genius to the vulgar is like one to a million.
Action, looks, words, steps, form the alphabet by which you may spell character.
The affectation of sanctity is a blotch on the face of piety.
What is the elevation of the soul? A prompt, delicate, certain feeling for all that is beautiful, all that is grand; a quick resolution to do the greatest good by the smallest means; a great benevolence joined to a great strength and great humility.
Not every one who has the gift of speech understands the value of silence.
Defeat serves to enlighten us.