There is a certain delicacy which in yielding conquers; and with a pitiful look makes one find cause to crave help one's self.

A just cause and a zealous defender make an imperious resolution cut off the tediousness of cautious discussions.

There is no dearth of charity in the world in giving, but there is comparatively little exercised in thinking and speaking.

The highest point outward things can bring unto, is the contentment of the mind; with which no estate can be poor, without which all estates will be miserable.

Nothing has a letter effect upon children than praise.

Scoffing cometh not of wisdom.

It is no less vain to wish death than it is cowardly to fear it.