The veil is slowly rising, but as regards innumerable questions we must be content to remain in ignorance.

Happiness is a condition of mind not a result of circumstances.

Endurance is a much better test of character than any single act of heroism, however noble.

The idle man does not know what it is to enjoy rest, for he has not earned it.

A crowd is not necessarily company, but neither need it necessarily prevent thought or disturb peace of mind.

There can be no merit in believing something which you can neither explain nor understand.

When important decisions have to be taken, the natural anxiety to come to a right decision will often keep you awake. Nothing, however, is more conducive to healthful sleep than plenty of open air.