The man who accepts opinions because they have been entertained by distinguished people, is a mental snob.

Give to every human being every right that you claim for yourself.

In the night of death, hope sees a star, and listening love can hear the rustle of a wing.

Reason is the light, the sun of the brain. It is the compass of the mind, the ever-constant Northern Star, the mountain peak that lifts itself above all clouds.

I have always noticed that the people who have the smallest souls make the most fuss about getting them saved.

The inspiration of the Bible depends upon the ignorance of the gentleman who reads it.

I don't want to hurt people's feelings if I can help it. I don't want anyone unnecessarily humiliated, but I say whatever stands between you and justice must give way; and if you have to walk over reputations — and if they become pavement you cannot help it.