Want of prudence is too frequently the want of virtue.

What real good does an addition to a fortune already sufficient procure? Not any. Could the great man, by having his fortune increased, increase also his appetites, then precedence might be attended with real amusement.

We seldom speak of the virtue which we have, but much oftener of that which we lack.

As some tall cliff that lifts its awful form, Swells from the vale, and midway leaves the storm,- Though round its breast the rolling clouds are spread, Eternal sunshine settles on its head.

All that philosophy can teach is to be stubborn or sullen under misfortunes.

Sweet Auburn, loveliest village of the plain.

Both wit and understanding are trifles without integrity; it is that which gives value to every character. The ignorant peasant, without fault, is greater than the philosopher with many; for what is genius or courage without a heart?