God never jests with us, and will not compromise the end of nature, by permitting any inconsequence in its procession.

We ask for long life, but 'tis deep life, or noble moments that signify. Let the measure of time be spiritual, not mechanical.

The god of Victory is said to be one-handed, but Peace gives victory to both sides.

Heaven is large, and affords space for all modes of love and fortitude.

We can see well into the past; we can guess shrewdly into the future, but that which is rolled up and muffled in impenetrable folds is today.

Do that which you fear to do, and the fear will die.

God will not make himself manifest to cowards