A moment of eloquence enthralls us. An hour's worth leaves us stupefied.
No matter how close thought sticks to the actual, it follows its own rules.
A sense of blessedness comes from a change of heart, not from more blessings.
Self-satisfaction and self-pity are both condemned. What are people permitted to feel about themselves?
Complaining is the favorite pastime of millions.
Old age learns about less after a lifetime of more.