Quotes and anectdotes from the wise to the foolish, and the courageous to the drunk

William Samuel Johnson US Congressperson

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Oct 7, 1727
  • Died: Nov 14, 1819

William Samuel Johnson was an early American statesman who was notable for signing the United States Constitution, for representing Connecticut in the United States Senate, and for serving as president of Columbia University.

Hope is itself a species of happiness, and, perhaps, the chief happiness, which this world affords. happiness

Whatever enlarges hope will also exalt courage. courage

He knows not his own strength who hath not met adversity. strength

To keep your secret is wisdom to expect others to keep it is folly. wisdom

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 other quotes from William Blake

32 other quotes from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 views from Franz Grillparzer

6 views from Franz Grillparzer

For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 thoughts from Storm Jameson

2 thoughts from Storm Jameson

To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 other wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo

73 other wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo