Don’t think to hunt two hares with one dog.
If anyone should doubt whether the electrical matter passes through the substance of bodies, or only over along their surfaces, a shock from an electrified large glass jar, taken through his own body, will probably convince him.
Electrical matter differs from common matter in this, that the parts of the latter mutually attract, those of the former mutually repel each other.
Love of country is the Mason’s deed; world citizenship is his thought.
Masonic ideas are the precious jewels of Speculative Masons; the should be kept bright and sparkling for all the brethren to see and to admire. As such, they should be the special care of Masonic leaders particularly those who teach and interpret the philosophy of Freemasonry.
If you would know the value of money; go, and try to borrow some! For, he that goes a borrowing, goes a sorrowing! and indeed, so does he that lends to such people, when he goes to get it in again!
Whoever feels pain in hearing a good character of his neighbor, will feel a pleasure in the reverse. And those who despair to rise in distinction by their virtues, are happy if others can be depressed to a level of themselves.
The best tranquilizer is a clear conscience.
In order to be happy you need a good dog, a good woman, and ready money.
Ill customs and bad advice are seldom forgotten.
Getting it done is my reward.
Nothing great comes without enthusiasm.
The Honey is sweet, but the Bee has a Sting.
If thou hast wit and learning, add to it wisdom and modesty.
When women cease to be handsome, they study to be good.
A father’s a treasure; a brother’s a comfort; a friend is both.
He’ll cheat without scruple, who can without fear.
If you have time don’t wait for time.
The church, the state, and the poor, are 3 daughters which we should maintain, but not portion off.
Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or unavoidable.