We amuse ourselves painting our prison-walls with bright figures and brilliant landscapes.

Perseverance is a silent power that grows irresistibly greater with time.

Lamps make oil-spots and candles need snuffing; it is only the light of heaven that shines pure and leaves no stain.

We are accustomed to see men deride what they do not understand, and snarl at the good and beautiful because it lies beyond their sympathies

Make the most of time, it flies away so fast; yet method will teach you to win time.

Sceptics are yet the most credulous.

Religion is not in want of art; it rests on its own majesty.