He that useth his reason doth acknowledge God.

We never better enjoy ourselves than when we most enjoy God.

Among politicians the esteem of religion is profitable; the principles of it are troublesome.

The judge is nothing but the law speaking.

Truth is not only a man's ornament but his instrument; it is the great man's glory, and the poor man's stock: a man's truth is his livelihood, his recommendation, his letters of credit.

None are so empty as those who are full of themselves.

Only madmen and fools are pleased with themselves; no wise man is good enough for his own satisfaction.

The Devil often finds work for them who find none for themselves.

When we do any good to others, we do as much, or more, good to ourselves.

The government of man should be the monarchy of reason: it is too often the democracy of passions or the anarchy of humors.

A benefactor is a representative of God.

If you must be great, you must learn to check and compel yourself to invest time.

A cruel story runs on wheels and every hand oils the wheels as they run.

The man who speaks the truth is always at ease.

Home staging is no longer optional in this real estate market, it is a must!

This whole 'X Factor' thing with people assuming I'm going to be a one-hit wonder - that won't happen with me.

And indeed if you think you're a genius at something, what you achieve is very much according to your expectations; if you think you're no good, you're not going to get anywhere.

In relations between the rich and the strong, between the rich and the poor, between the master and the servant, it's liberty that grinds down, and the law which liberates.

When the facilities of the government of the United States are drawn on an individual, it can be terrifying.

I rely heavily on rhythm when I write. You should tap your foot when you read it, all the way through.

I was more than just a moody artist.