Trifles discover a character, more than actions of importance.

Avarice is the most oppose of all characters to that of God Almighty, whose alone it is to give and not receive.

Those who are incapable of shining out by dress would do well to consider that the contrast between them and their clothes turns out much to their disadvantage.

There are no persons more solicitous about the preservation of rank than those who have no rank at all. Observe the humors of a country christening, and you will find no court in Christendom so ceremonious as the quality of Brentford.

Patience is the panacea; but where does it grow, or who can swallow it?

Modesty makes large amends for the pain it gives those who labor under it, by the prejudice it affords every worthy person in their favor.

Love can be founded upon Nature only.