The only fountain in the wilderness of life, where man drinks of water totally unmixed with bitterness, is that which gushes for him in the calm and shady recess of domestic life.

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

We are told truly that meekness and modesty are the rich and charming garments of the soul. The less showy our outward attire is, the more distinctly and brilliantly does the beauty of these inner garments shine.

Let men be good, and the Government cannot be bad.

The only fountain in the wilderness of life, where man drinks of water totally unmixed with bitterness, is that which gushes for him in the calm and shady recess of domestic life.

Right is right, even if everyone is against it, and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it.

In all debates, let truth be thy aim, not victory, or an unjust interest.