Reason ought not, like vanity, to adorn herself with ancient parchments, and the display of a genealogical tree; more dignified in her proceedings, and proud of her immortal nature, she ought to derive everything from herself.

To love one that is great, is almost to be great one's self.

The heart of a good man is the sanctuary of God in this world.

A woman must be truly refined to incite chivalry in the heart of a man.

Obligation is the bitterest thraldom.

Recognized probity is the surest of all oaths.

Remarkable places are like the summits of rocks; eagles and reptiles only can get there.