Self-approbation, when founded in truth and a good conscience, is a source of some of the purest joys known to man.
Sensible men show their sense by saying much in few words. If noble actions are the substance of life, good sayings are its ornament and guide.
No man has a right to do as he pleases, except when he pleases to do right.
Integrity is the first step to true greatness. Men love to praise, but are slow to practice it. To maintain it in high places costs self-denial; in all places it is liable to opposition, but its end is glorious, and the universe will yet do it homage.