The religion that is afraid of science dishonors God and commits suicide.

The search after the great men is the dream of youth, and the most serious occupation of manhood.

Repose and cheerfulness are the badge of the gentleman - repose in energy. The Greek battle pieces are calm; the heroes, in whatever violent actions engaged, retain a serene aspect.

Health is the condition of wisdom, and the sign is cheerfulness, - an open and noble temper.

Only so much of life do I know as I have lived.

All writing comes by the grace of God.

Silence is a solvent that destroys personality, and gives us leave to be great and universal.