The resolution of the combat is seldom equal to the vehemence of the charge.

All imposture weakens confidence and chills benevolence.

Man is a transitory being, and his designs must partake of the imperfections their author.

The duties of religion, sincerely and regularly performed, will always be sufficient to exalt the meanest and to exercise the highest understanding.

No mind is much employed upon the present; recollection and anticipation fill up almost all our moments.

Come, let me know what it is that makes a Scotch man happy!

Prosperity's right hand is industry and her left hand is frugality.