What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value.

There is something in corruption which, like a jaundiced eye, transfers the color of itself to the object it looks upon, and sees everything stained and impure.

The Almighty implanted in us these inextinguishable feelings for good and wise purposes. They are the guardians of His image in our heart. They distinguish us from the herd of common animals.

The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress and grow.

Men should not petition for rights, but take them

Titles do not count with posterity.

The Bible is a book that has been read more and examined less than any book that ever existed.