Proverbs accordingly are somewhat analogous to those medical Formulas which, being in frequent use, are kept ready-made-up in the chemists’ shops, and which often save the framing of a distinct Prescription.

The word of knowledge, strictly employed, implies three things: truth, proof, and conviction.

Men are like sheep, of which a flock is more easily driven than a single one.

Unless people can be kept in the dark, it is best for those who love the truth to give them the full light.

Better too much form than too little.

A man is called selfish not for pursuing his own good, but for neglecting his neighbor's.

There is no right faith in believing what is true, unless we believe it because it is true.