Calamity is the perfect glass wherein we truly see and know ourselves. – William Davenant
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It is only from the belief of the goodness and wisdom of a supreme being, that our calamities can be borne in the manner which becomes a man. – Henry Mackenzie
There can be no doubt that the average man blames much more than he praises. His instinct is to blame. If he is satisfied he says nothing; if he is not, he most illogically kicks up a row. – Arnold Bennett
To show the world what long experience gains, requires not courage, though it calls for pains but at lifes outset to inform mankind is a bold effort of a valiant mind. – George Crabbe
