The main hope of a nation lies in the proper education of its youth

Only a very few can be learned, but all can be Christian, all can be devout, and – I shall boldly add – all can be theologians.

Your library is your paradise.

Before you sleep, read something that is exquisite, and worth remembering.

The most disadvantageous peace is better than the most just war.

A nail is driven out by another nail; habit is overcome by habit.