Caution is crediting, and reserve in speaking, and in revealing one's self to but very few, are the best securities both of a good understanding with the world, and of the inward peace of our own minds.

Do not be influenced by the importance of the writer, and whether his learning be great or small, but let the love of pure truth draw you to read. Do not inquire, Who said this? but pay attention to what is said.

Trust not to friends and kindred, neither do thou put off the care of thy soul's welfare til hereafter; for men will sooner forget thee than thou art aware of.

Gladly we desire to make other men perfect, but we will not amend our own fault.

If you can talk and it's convenient to talk, try to say things that edify.

At the least bear patiently, if thou canst not joyfully.

Oh, how great peace and quietness would he possess who should cut off all vain anxiety and place all his confidence in God.