It is hardly possible to suspect another without having in one's self the seeds of baseness the party is accused of.

Esteem has more engaging charms than friendship, or even love. It captivates hearts better, and never makes ings.

Gaiety is the soul's health; sadness is its poison.

Science when well-digested is nothing but good sense and reason.

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

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

We rise to fortune by successive steps; we descend by only one.