A man comes to measure his greatness by the regrets, envies and hatreds of his competitors.

Genius is the power to labor better and more availably. Deserve thy genius: exalt it.

Discontent is want of self-reliance; it is infirmity of will.

Truth is handsomer than the affectation of love. Your goodness must have some edge to it, else it is none.

Wild liberty breeds iron conscience; natures with great impulses have great resources, and return from far.

Real action is in silent moments.

Fear God, and where you go men shall think they walk in hallowed cathedrals.