He that teaches us anything which we knew not before is undoubtedly to be reverenced as a master.
Samuel JohnsonGenius now and then produces a lucky trifle. We still read the Dove of Anacreon, and Sparrow of Catullus; and a writer naturally pleases himself with a performance which owes nothing to the subject.
Samuel JohnsonThere should be a stated day for commemorating the birthday of our Savior, because there is danger that what may be done on any day, will be neglected.
Samuel Johnson