Commonly we say a judgment falls upon a man for something in him we cannot abide.

Humility is a virtue all preach, none practice; and yet everybody is content to hear.

In quoting of books, quote such authors as are usually read; others you may read for your own satisfaction, but not name them.

He that has not religion to govern his morality, is not a dram better than my mastiff-dog; so long as you stroke him, and please him, and do not pinch him, he will play with you as finely as may be, he is a very good moral mastiff; but if you hurt him, he will fly in your face, and tear out your throat.

Opinion is something wherein I go about to give reasons why all the world should think as I think.

Marriage is a desperate thing.

Prayer should be short, without giving God Almighty reasons why he should grant this, or that; he knows best what is good for us.