For nothing so much disturbs the mind, though it be done for some beneficial purpose, as to innovate and introduce strange things, and most of all when this is done in matters relating to divine worship and the glory of God.

Laughter does not seem to be a sin, but it leads to sin.

If there were no tribulation, there would be no rest; if there were no winter, there would be no summer.

Feet were made, not given for dancing, but to walk modestly, not to leap impudently like camels.

We are commanded to have only one enemy, the devil. With him never be reconciled! But with a brother, never be at enmity in thy heart.

From the creation learn to admire thy Lord! And if any of the things thou see exceed thy comprehension, and thou are not able to find the reason thereof, yet for this glorify the Creator, that the wisdom of these works surpass thine understanding.

Is it not excessively ridiculous to seek the good opinion of those whom you would never wish to be like?