Frequent commission of sin harden men in it.
Great pains has been taken to reconcile the parties.
So much both of ability and merit, are seldom found.
The sincere is always esteemed.
Not one of them are happy.
What avails the best sentiments, if people do not live suitably to them?
Disappointments sinks the heart of man; but the renewal of hope give
consolation.
The variety of the productions of genius, like that of the operations of
nature; are without limit.
A variety of blessings have been conferred upon us.
Thou cannot heal him, it is true, but thou may do something to relieve
him.
In piety and virtue consist the happiness of man.
O thou, my voice inspire,
Who touched Isaiah's hallowed lips with fire.
_Note_ 1. Will martial flames for ever fire thy mind,
And never, never be to Heaven resigned?
He was a man whose inclinations led him to be corrupt, and had great
abilities to manage the business.
_Note 2_. The crown of virtue is peace and honor.
His chief occupation and enjoyment were controversy.