A man's diary is a record in youth of his sentiments, in middle age of his actions, in old age of his reflections.

Duty is ours, results are God's.

We know the redemption must come.

It is by a thorough knowledge of the whole subject that [people] are enabled to judge correctly of the past and to give a proper direction to the future.

The will of the people is the source and the happiness of the people the end of all legitimate government upon earth.

To furnish the means of acquiring knowledge is the greatest benefit that can be conferred upon mankind. It prolongs life itself, and enlarges the sphere of existence.

My custom is to read four or five chapters of the Bible every morning immediately after rising. It seems to me the most suitable manner of beginning the day. It is an invaluable and inexhaustible mine of knowledge and virtue.