As for disappointing them I should not so much mind; but I can't abide to disappoint myself.

A kind and gentle heart he had, To comfort friends and foes; The naked every day he clad When he put on his clothes.

When we take a slight survey of the surface of our globe a thousand objects offer themselves which, though long known, yet still demand our curiosity.

A mind too vigorous and active, serves only to consume the body to which it is joined.

There are but few talents requisite to become a popular preacher; for the people are easily pleased if they perceive any endeavors in the orator to please them. The meanest qualifications will work this effect if the preacher sincerely sets about it.

Mortifications are often more painful than real calamities.

There is a greatness in being generous, and there is only simple justice in satisfying creditors. Generosity is the part of the soul raised above the vulgar.