In a different time, in a different place, it is always some other side of our common human nature that has been developing itself. The actual truth is the sum of all these.

Reform is not pleasant, but grievous; no person can reform themselves without suffering and hard work, how much less a nation.

Success in life, in anything, depends upon the number of persons that one can make himself agreeable to.

Be not a slave of words.

Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacle s, discouragement s, and impossibilities: It is this, that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak.

I came hither [Craigenputtoch] solely with the design to simplify my way of life and to secure the independence through which I could be enabled to remain true to myself.

What are your Axioms, and Categories, and Systems, and Aphorisms? Words, words.... Be not the slave of Words.