Human character evermore publishes itself. The most fugitive deed and word, the intimated purpose, express character.

Every man's task [his 'great dream' and impassioned life-goal] is his life preserver.

Dare to love God without mediator or veil.

Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong.

The world still wants its poet-priest, a reconciler, who shall not trifle with Shakspeare the player, nor shall grope in graves with Swedenborg the mourner; but who shall see, speak, and act, with equal inspiration. For knowledge will brighten the sunshine; right is more beautiful than private affection; and love is compatible with universal wisdom.

With most men, scarce a link of memory holds yesterday and to-day together.

A state of war or anarchy, in which law has little force, is so far valuable, that it puts every man on trial. The man of principle is known as such, and even in the fury of faction is respected.