The specualtist, who is not content with superficial views, harasses himself with fruitless curiosity; and still, as he inquires more, perceives only that he knows less.

Differences, we know, are never so effectually laid asleep as by some common calamity; an enemy unites all to whom he threatens danger.

Domestic discord is not inevitably and fatally necessary; but yet it is not easy to avoid.

Every human being whose mind is not debauched, will be willing to give all that he has to get knowledge.

Don't, Sir, accustom yourself to use big words for little matters.

Learn that the present hour alone is man's.

Bounty always receives part of its value from the manner in which it is bestowed.