A crown Golden in show, is but a wreath of thorns, Bring dangers, troubles, cares, and sleepless nights To him who wears the regal diadem
Contemplation is wisdom's best nurse.
Better to reign in hell than serve in heav'n.
Socrates... Whom well inspir'd the oracle pronounc'd Wisest of men.
Midnight brought on the dusky hour Friendliest to sleep and silence.
Innocence, Once Lost, Can Never Be Regained. Darkness, Once Gazed Upon, Can Never Be Lost.