In quoting of books, quote such authors as are usually read; others you may read for your own satisfaction, but not name them.

Old friends are best.

Never tell your resolution beforehand, or it's twice as onerous a duty.

They that are against Superstition oftentimes run into it of the wrong side. If I will wear all colours but black, then am I superstitious in not wearing black.

Ignorance of the law excuses no man; not that all men know the law, but because 'tis an excuse every man will plead, and no man can tell how to refute him.

There is no book on which we can rest in a dying moment but the Bible.

The House of Commons is called the Lower House, in twenty Acts of Parliament; but what are twenty Acts of Parliament amongst Friends?

The happiness of married life depends upon making small sacrifices with readiness and cheerfulness.

Idolatry is in a man's own thought, not in the opinion of another.

Ignorance of the law excuses no man.

A gallant man is above ill words.

Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.

Giving is the master key to success, in all applications of human life.

I was with book, as a woman is with child.

Wow. Nice bike,” I said. Which was a lie. It looked like a glossy black death trap.

Self-denial is a monkish virtue.

You can't be normal and expect abnormal returns.

The fundamental basis of education must always remain that one must act for oneself. That is clear. One must act for him or herself.

Our selfishness will condemn us to the worst suffering that we ourselves have invented - loneliness.

The sister's face Fell all in wrinkles of responsibility. She wanted to do right. She'd have to think.

Distinction is an eminence that is attained but too frequently at the expense of a fireside.