He who gives to the poor, lends to the Lord. But it may be said, not improperly, the Lord lends to us to give to the poor.

It is not only a troublesome but slavish to be nice [fastidious].

A man, like a watch, is to be valued for his manner of going.

If thou wouldst be happy, bring thy mind to thy condition, and have an indifferency for more than what is sufficient.

The usefullest truths are plainest; and while we keep to them, our differences cannot rise high.

Never marry but for love; but see that thou lov'st what is lovely.

Where charity keeps pace with gain, industry is blessed.