Life is divided into three periods: that which has been, that which is, that which will be. Of these the present is short, the future is doubtful, the past is certain.
Adversity finds at last the man whom she has often passed by.
Luck is preparation multiplied by opportunity.
Light griefs do speak, while sorrow's tongue is bound.
Loyalty is the holiest good in the human heart.
The mind, unless it is pure and holy, cannot see God.