There is no more sure tie between friends than when they are united in their objects and wishes.

Too much liberty leads both men and nations to slavery.

The works of nature must all be accounted good.

We are obliged to respect, defend and maintain the common bonds of union and fellowship that exist among all members of the human race.

When you wish to instruct, be brief; that men's [children's] minds take in quickly what you say, learn its lesson, and retain it faithfully. Every word that is unnecessary only pours over the side of a brimming mind.

Any man may make a mistake; none but a fool will stick to it. Second thoughts are best as the proverb says.

Be sure that it is not you that is mortal, but only your body. For that man whom your outward form reveals is not yourself; the spirit is the true self, not that physical figure which and be pointed out by your finger.