A just and reasonable modesty does not only recommend eloquence, but sets off every great talent which a man can be possessed of. – Joseph Addison
Some virtues are only seen in affliction and others only in prosperity. – Joseph Addison
Courage that grows from constitution often forsakes a man when he has occasion for it courage which arises from a sense of duty acts in a uniform manner. – Joseph Addison
Tis not in mortals to command success, but well do more, Sempronius, well deserve it. – Joseph Addison