We are no more responsible for the evil thoughts that pass through our minds than a scarecrow for the birds which fly over the seedplot he has to guard. The sole responsibility in each case is to prevent them from… — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
To ask advice is in nine cases out of ten to tout for flattery. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
The secret of success in life is known only by those who have not succeeded. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
In prosperity our friends know us; in adversity we know our friends. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
If we knew each other's secrets, what comforts we should find. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
We are no more responsible for the evil thoughts that pass through our minds than a scarecrow for the birds which fly over the… — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
There is often less danger in the things we fear than in the things we desire. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
In the downhill of life, when I find I'm declining, May my lot no less fortunate be Than a snug elbow-chair can afford for… — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
Truth is the object of philosophy, but not always of philosophers. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
Though pride is not a virtue, it is the parent of many virtues. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
Envy and fear are the only passions to which no pleasure is attached. — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
If we escape punishment for our vices, why should we complain if we are not rewarded for our virtues? — John Churton Collins Copy Share Image
