I would not give half a guinea to live under one form of government rather than another. It is of no moment to the happiness of an individual.

It matters not how a man dies, but how he lives. The act of dying is not of importance, it lasts so short a time.

The fortitude which has encountered no dangers, that prudence which has surmounted no difficulties, that integrity which has been attacked by no temptation, can at best be considered but as gold not yet brought to the test, of which therefore the true value cannot be assigned.

All argument is against it; but all belief is for it.

That fellow seems to me to possess but one idea, and that is a wrong one.

Hoc age ['do this'] is the great rule, whether you are serious or merry; whether ... learning science or duty from a folio, or floating on the Thames. Intentions must be gathered from acts.

How few of his friends' houses would a man choose to be at when he is sick.