If there be anything that can be called genius, it consists chiefly in ability to give that attention to a subject which keeps it steadily in the mind, till we have surveyed it accurately on all sides.

The tragedy of ignorance is its complacency.

Character is made by what you stand for;reputation by what you fall for.

Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone. G.B. Stern "If you count all your assets, you always show a profit."

Middle age: The time when you'll do anything to feel better, except give up what is hurting you.

Discussion is an exchange of knowledge; an argument an exchange of ignorance.

God give me the wisdom to see the truth however contrary to my established beliefs.