From religion ... they will learn the only true lesson of equality - the conviction that our destinies are not in our own hands; they will see that no situation in life is without its share of suffering; - and this perpetual reference to a higher power ought equally to teach the rich humility, and the poor devotion.

Consistency is a human word, but it certainly expresses nothing human.

Occupation is one great source of enjoyment. No man, properly occupied, was ever miserable.

Habit is a second nature, and what was at first pleasure, is next necessity.

Toil is the portion of day, as sleep is that of night; but if there be one hour of the twenty-four which has the life of day without its labor, and the rest of night without its slumber, it is the lovely and languid hour of twilight.

Assuredly, meeting after absence, is one of - ah, no! - it is life's most delicious feeling.

Are we not like the actor of old times, who wore his mask so long his face took its likeness?