Power rests in tranquillity.

To have too much forethought is the part of a wretch; to have too little is the part of a fool.

A contemplative life has more the appearance of a life of piety than any other; but it is the divine plan to bring faith into activity and exercise.

A warm blundering man does more for the world than a frigid wise man.

It requires as much reflection and wisdom to know what is not to be put into a sermon, as what is.

Power rests in tranquillity.

The primary object of a student of literature is to be delighted. His duty is to enjoy himself, his efforts should be directed to developing his faculty of appreciation.