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.

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

Virtues, like essences, lose their fragrance when exposed. They are sensitive plants, which will not bear too familiar approaches.

May I always have a heart superior, with economy suitable, to my fortune.

Amid the most mercenary ages it is but a secondary sort of admiration that is bestowed upon magnificence.

A fool and his words are soon parted.

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.