That which we do not call education is more precious than that which we call so.

The education of the will is the object of our existence.

Eloquence is the power to translate a truth into language perfectly intelligible to the person to whom you speak.

History is full, down to this day, of the imbecility of kings and governors. They are a class of persons much to be pitied, for they know not what they should do.

Invention breeds invention.

Every man believes that he has greater possibilities.

Commerce is a game of skill which everyone cannot play and few can play well.