Genius speaks only to genius.

To be vain of one's rank or place is to show that one is below it.

Have the courage to face a difficulty lest it kick you harder than you bargain for.

We are usually mistaken in esteeming men too much; rarely in esteeming them too little.

The Word of God proves the truth of religion; the corruption of man, its necessity; government, its advantages.

The earliest desire of succeeding is almost always a prognostic of success.

Misers are very kind people: they amass wealth for those who wish their death.