Murder, like talent, seems occasionally to run in families.

The true function of philosophy is to educate us in the principles of reasoning and not to put an end to further reasoning by the introduction of fixed conclusions.

Endeavour to be faithful, and if there is any beauty in your thought, your style will be beautiful; if there is any real emotion to express, the expression will be moving.

Many a genius has been slow of growth. Oaks that flourish for a thousand years do not spring up into beauty like a reed.

Sincerity is not only effective and honourable, it is also much less difficult than is commonly supposed.

In all sincere speech there is power, not necessarily great power, but as much as the speaker is capable of.