The real compensation of a right action is inherent in having performed it.
The mind is never right but when it is at peace within itself.
The first and greatest punishment of the sinner is the conscience of sin.
No one can have all he desires.
There is none made so great, but he may both need the help and service, and stand in fear of the power and unkindness, even of the meanest of mortals.
Tranqility is a certain quality of mind, which no condition or fortune can either exalt or depress.