We are at best but stewards of what we falsely call our own; yet avarice is so insatiable that it is not in the power of liberality to content it.

To wish to be well is a part of becoming well.

It's unknown the place and uncertain the time where death awaits you; thus you must expect death to find you, every time, at every place.

If God adds another day to our life, let us receive it gladly.

Those that are a friend to themselves are sure to be a friend to all.

Calamity is virtue's opportunity.

The origin of all mankind was the same; it is only a clear and good conscience that makes a man noble, for that is derived from heaven itself.