Admirals extolled for standing still, or doing nothing with a deal of skill.
Man may dismiss compassion from his heart, but God never will.
A life all turbulence and noise may seem To him that leads it wise and to be praised, But wisdom is a pearl with most success Sought in still waters.
Satan trembles when he sees the weakest saint upon their knees.
The only amaranthine flower on earth is virtue; the only lasting treasure, truth.
Perhaps thou gav'st me, though unseen, a kiss; Perhaps a tear, if souls can weep in bliss.