Is a man one whit the better because he is grown great in other men's esteem?
Sweet shall be your rest if your heart does not reproach you.
If we live in peace ourselves, we in turn may bring peace to others. A peaceable man does more good than a learned one.
I have sought for happiness everywhere, but I have found it nowhere except in a little corner with a little book.
If you cast away one cross, you will certainly find another, and perhaps a heavier.
Simplicity is the intention, purity in the affection; simplicity turns to God, purity unites with and enjoys him.