Never give out while there is hope; but hope not beyond reason, for that shows more desire than judgement.
It is not only a troublesome but slavish to be nice [fastidious].
Never despise what you don't understand.
Justice is the insurance which we have on our lives and property. Obedience is the premium which we pay for it.
It is wise not to seek a secret, and honest not to reveal one.
If thy debtor be honest and capable, thou hast thy money again, if not with increase, with praise; if he prove insolvent, don't ruin him to get that which it will not ruin thee to lose, for thou art but a steward.