Our friends don't see our faults, or conceal them, or soften them.

Mutability of temper and inconsistency with ourselves is the greatest weakness of human nature.

Courage is the thing. All goes if courage goes.

The Lord my pasture shall prepare, And feed me with a shepherd's care; His presence shall my wants supply, And guard me with a watchful eye.

Mysterious love, uncertain treasure, hast thou more of pain or pleasure! Endless torments dwell about thee: Yet who would live, and live without thee!

A great large book is a great evil.

A religious hope does not only bear up the mind under her sufferings but makes her rejoice in them.