What can one possibly introduce into a mind that is already full, and full of itself?

The mind's direction is more important than its progress.

Religion is fire which example keeps alive, and which goes out if not communicated.

History needs distance, perspective. Facts and events which are too well attested cease, in some sort, to be malleable.

Common sense suits itself to the ways of the world. Wisdom tries to confirm to the ways of heaven.

Some superior minds are unrecognized because there is no standard by which to weigh them.

The passions should be purged; all may become innocent if they are well directed and moderated. Even hatred maybe a commendable feeling when it is caused by a lively love of good. Whatever makes the passions pure, makes them stronger, more durable, and more enjoyable.