The poverty of a man of benevolence is not to be considered as poverty but only as his temporary inability to exercise his inherent duty.

To guard and to deal with others' goods as one's own is considered as the mark of proper trade among merchants.

Consider a man’s good qualities, and consider his faults; and judge his character by that which is more.

The true nature of all wealth is temporary; those who have wealth must here and now do good deeds that will live for a long time.

The lessons of prudence have charms, And slighted, may lead to distress; But the man whom benevolence warms Is an angel who lives but to bless.

Tonight he would do anything in the world for her.
Tomorrow he would begin to set her free.