Upon laying a weight in one of the scales, inscribed eternity, though I threw in that of time, prosperity, affliction, wealth, and poverty, which seemed very ponderous, they were not able to stir the opposite balance.

Colors speak all languages.

Courage that grows from constitution often forsakes a man when he has occasion for it; courage which arises from a sense of duty acts; in a uniform manner.

With regard to donations always expect the most from prudent people, who keep their own accounts.

My heart leaps at the trumpet's voice.

When all thy mercies, O my God, My rising soul surveys, Transported with the view I'm lost, in wonder, love and praise.

He only is a great man who can neglect the applause of the multitude and enjoy himself independent of its favor.