What a pity it is that we have no amusements in England but vice and r… — Quoted

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“What a pity it is that we have no amusements in England but vice and religion!”

Sydney Smith · Religion

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A comfortable house is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience.

Happiness

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Life is to be fortified by many friendships. To love and to be loved is the greatest happiness of existence.

Happiness

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Manners are like the shadows of virtues, they are the momentary display of those qualities which our fellow creatures love and respect.

Respect

Sydney Smith

Science is his forte, and omniscience his foible.

Science