But let not those worthy young women, who may think themselves destined to a single life, repine over-much at their lot; since, possibly, if they have had no lovers, or having had one, two, or three, have not found a husband, they have had rather a miss than a loss, as men go.

If the education and studies of children were suited to their inclinations and capacities, many would be made useful members of society that otherwise would make no figure in it.

Smatterers in learning are the most opinionated.

Those who can least bear a jest upon themselves, will be most diverted with one passed on others.

Quantity in diet is more to be regarded than quality. A full meal is a great enemy both to study and industry.

Spiritual pride is the most dangerous and the most arrogant of all sorts of pride.

What pleasure can those over-happy persons know, who, from their affluence and luxury, always eat before they are hungry and drink before they are thirsty?