Always remember to bound thy thoughts to the present occasion.

Speak properly, and in as few words as you can, but always plainly; for the end of speech is not ostentation, but to be understood.

It would be far better to be of no church than to be bitter of any.

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

I know no religion that destroys courtesy, civility, and kindness.

You are Englishmen; mind your privileges, give not away your right.