There never was a strong character that was not made strong by discipline of the will; there never was a strong people that did not rank subordination and discipline among the signal virtues. Subjection to moods is the mark of a deteriorating morality. There is no baser servitude than that of the man whose caprices are his masters, and a nation composed of such men could not long preserve its liberties.

Beauty is an outward gift, which is seldom despised, except by those to whom it has been refused.

Common sense is as rare as genius.

Be yourself; no base imitator of another, but your best self.

I quote another man's saying; unluckily, that other withdraws himself in the same way, and quotes me.

The moral sense reappears today with the same morning newness that has been from of old the fountain of beauty and strength. You say there is no religion now. 'Tis like saying in rainy weather, There is no sun, when at that moment we are witnessing one of its superlative effects.

Poverty consist in feeling poor.