The book-keeping of benefits is simple: it is all expenditure; if any one returns it, that is clear gain; if he does not return it, it is not lost, I gave it for the sake of giving.

Something that can never be learnt too thoroughly can never be said too often.

Every day, therefore, should be regulated as if it were the one that brings up the rear, the one that rounds out and completes our lives.

The language of truth is unvarnished enough.

Things that were hard to bear are sweet to remember.

Death is sometimes a punishment, often a gift; to many it has been a favor.

He who tenders doubtful safety to those in trouble refuses it.