Precepts are like seeds; they are little things which do much good; if the mind which receives them has a disposition, it must not be doubted that his part contributes to the generation, and adds much to that which has been collected.

Shun no toil to make yourself remarkable by some talent or other; yet do not devote yourself to one branch exclusively. Strive to get clear notions about all. Give up no science entirely; for science is but one.

All my life I have been seeking to climb out of the pit of my besetting sins and I cannot do it and I never will unless a hand is let down to draw me up.

Whom the dawn sees proud, evening sees prostrate.

Life without the courage for death is slavery.

We have been born under a monarchy; to obey God is freedom.

We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right.