Man is the only animal that can remain on friendly terms with the victims he intends to eat until he eats them.

The Ancient Mariner would not have taken so well if it had been called The Old Sailor.

If people would dare to speak to one another unreservedly, there would be a good deal less sorrow in the world a hundred years hence.

It is tact that is golden, not silence.

If you follow reason far enough it always leads to conclusions that are contrary to reason.

Priests are not men of the world; it is not intended that they should be; and a University training is the one best adapted to prevent their becoming so.

He has spent his life best who has enjoyed it most. God will take care that we do not enjoy it any more than is good for us.