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

Preachers say, "Do as I say, not as I do." But if a physician had the same disease upon him that I have, and he should bid me do one thing and he do quite another, could I believe him?

If the prisoner should ask the judge whether he would be content to be hanged, were he in his case, he would answer no. Then, says the prisoner, do as you would be done to.

Never tell your resolution beforehand, or it's twice as onerous a duty.

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

A wise man should never resolve upon anything, at least, never let the world know his resolution, for if he cannot reach that he is ashamed.

Abundance consists not alone in material possession, but in an uncovetous spirit.