Others are affected by what I am, and say, and do. So that a single act of mine may spread and spread in widening circles, through a nation or humanity. Through my vice I intensify the taint of vice throughout the universe. Through my misery I make multitudes sad. On the other hand, every development of my virtue makes me an ampler blessing to my race. Every new truth that I gain makes me a brighter light to humanity.
William Ellery ChanningGrandeur of character lies wholly in force of soul, that is, in the force of thought, moral principle, and love, and this may be found in the humblest condition of life
William Ellery ChanningI laugh, for hope hath a happy place with me; If my boat sinks, 'tis to another sea.
William Ellery ChanningNatural amiableness is too often seen in company with sloth, with uselessness, with the vanity of fashionable life.
William Ellery Channing