"Books are the legacies that a great genius leaves to mankind, which are delivered down from generation to generation as presents to the posterity of those who are yet unborn."

"'Tis not in mortals to command success, But we'll do more, Sempronius; we'll deserve it."

"Animals, in their generation, are wiser than the sons of men but their wisdom is confined to a few particulars, and lies in a very narrow compass."

"There is nothing more requisite in business than despatch."

"O God, O God, how weary, stale, flat, and unprofitable seem to me all the uses of this world!"

"In the quiet sanctuary of self-reflection, the soul finds its rhythm. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon."

"The voice of the people has been said to be the voice of God; and, however generally this maxim has been quoted and believed, it is not true to fact. The people are turbulent and changing, they seldom judge or determine right."

"If you expect the blessings of God, be kind to His people."