In general, we do well to let an opponent's motives alone. We are seldom just to them. Our own motives on such occasions are often worse than those we assail.

Religion is faith in an infinite Creator, who delights in and enjoins that rectitude which conscience commands us to seek. This conviction gives a Divine sanction to duty.

Books are true levelers. They give to all, who will faithfully use them, the society, the spiritual presence, of the best and greatest of our race.

It is not the quantity but the quality of knowledge which determines the mind's dignity.

How easy to be amiable in the midst of happiness and success.

Every man is a volume if you know how to read him.

Labor is discovered to be the grand conqueror, enriching and building up nations more surely than the proudest battles.