Dangers breed fears, and fears more dangers bring.

To live among such excellent helps as our libraries afford, to have so many silent wise companions whenever we please.

Never does sin so reign in the Church or State, as when it has gained reputation,or, at least, is no disgrace to the sinner,nor is a matter od offence to we who behold it.

It is past all question, and agreed on by all sides, that no religion will save a man who is not serious, sincere, and diligent in it. If thou be of the truest religion in the world, and are not true thyself to that religion, the religion is good, but it is none of thine.

Be careful how you spend your time: Spend your time in nothing which you know must be repented of.

Do not waste your time on light, weak, milk­toast ministries and books

While doubt cannot be expelled, it can be subdued.