Man, being made reasonable, and so a thinking creature, there is nothing more worthy of his being than the right direction and employment of his thoughts; since upon this depends both his usefulness to the public, and his own present and future benefit in all respects.

Not to be provok'd is best: But if mov'd, never correct till the fume is spent; for every stroke our fury strikes, is sure to hit our selves at last.

We need to stop arguing about Christ and start living like Christ.

Rarely promise, but, if lawful, constantly perform.

Do good with what thou hast, or it will do thee no good.

Levity of behavior, always a weakness, is far more unbecoming in a woman than a man.

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