If thou wouldst hear what seemly is and fit, inquire of noble woman; they can tell, who in life's common usage hold their place by graceful deed and aptly chosen word.

To appreciate the noble is a gain which can never be torn from us.

Like the star that shines afar, Without haste and without rest, Let each one wheel with steady sway Round the task that rules the day, And do their best.

If a man writes a book, let him set down only what he knows. I have guesses enough of my own.

The whole history of the Christian Church is a mixture of errors and violence.

It is only in misery that we recognize the hand of God leading good men to good.

The march of intellect, which licks all the world into shape, has even reached the devil.