Women ought not to know their own wit, because they will still be showing it, and so spoil it.

Tis not seasonable to call a man traitor, that has an army at his heels.

Humility is a virtue all preach, none practise, and yet every body is content to hear. The master thinks it good doctrine for his servant, the laity for the clergy, and the clergy for the laity.

Men say they are of the same religion, for quietness' sake; but if the matter were well examined, you would scarce find three anywhere of the same religion on all points.

Ceremony keeps up things: 'tis like a penny glass to a rich spirit, or some excellent water; without it the water were spilt, and the spirit lost.

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

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