Search out the wisdom of nature, there is depth in all her doings; she seemeth prodigal of power, yet her rules are the maxims of frugality.

A spark is a little thing, yet it may kindle the world.

Happiness is a roadside flower growing on the highways of usefulness; plucked, it shall wither in thy hand; passed by, it is fragrance to thy spirit. Trample the thyme beneath thy feet; be useful, be happy.

Men scanning the surface count the wicked happy; they see not the frightful dreams that crowd a bad man's pillow.

Every green herb, from the lotus to the darnel, is rich with delicate aids to help incurious man.

Speech is reason's brother, and a kingly prerogative of man.

Betray mean terror of ridicule, thou shalt find fools enough to mock thee; but answer thou their language with contempt, and the scoffers will lick thy feet.