What man in his right mind would conspire his own hurt? Men are beside themselves when they transgress against their convictions.

Unless virtue guide us our choice must be wrong.

Rarely promise, but, if lawful, constantly perform.

Five things are requisite to a good officer — ability, clean hands, despatch, patience, and impartiality.

If a civil word or two will render a man happy, he must be a wretch indeed who will not tell them to him.

Kings in this world should imitate God, their mercy should be above their works.

We have a call to do good, as often as we have the power and occasion.