"This only is certain, that there is nothing certain; and nothing more miserable and yet more arrogant than man."

"No mortal man, moreover is wise at all moments."

"In these matters the only certainty is that nothing is certain."

"In comparing various authors with one another, I have discovered that some of the gravest and latest writers have transcribed, word for word, from former works, without making acknowledgment."

"The best plan is to profit by the folly of others."

"The only certainty is that nothing is certain."

"Desire for security keeps littleness little and threatens the great with smallness."

"I have loved like a child collecting shells along the shore line, discarding one shell for another of seemingly more outward beauty with no knowledge of the pearls that were hidden within."

"If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them."

"Let us forever forget that every station in life is necessarily that each deserves our respect; that not the station itself; but the worthy fulfillment of its duties does honor the man."

"Peace has in it trust in the Lord, that He governs all things, provides all things, and leads to a good end."

"He who multiplies riches multiplies cares."