In all unmerciful actions, the worst of men pay this compliment at least to humanity, as to endeavour to wear as much of the appearance of it, as the case will well let them.
Keyholes are the occasions of more sin and wickedness, than all other holes in this world put together.
Religion which lays so many restraints upon us, is a troublesome companion to those who will lay no restraints upon themselves.
Men tire themselves in pursuit of rest.
Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not.
One may as well be asleep as to read for anything but to improve his mind and morals, and regulate his conduct.
