Accuracy of statement is one of the first elements of truth; inaccuracy is a near kin to falsehood. — Tryon Edwards
Seek happiness for its own sake, and you will not find it; seek for duty, and happiness — Tryon Edwards
People never improve unless they look to some standard or example higher or better than themselves. — Tryon Edwards
Mystery is but another name for ignorance; if we were omniscient, all would be perfectly plain! — Tryon Edwards
Most controversies would soon be ended, if those engaged in them would first accurately — Tryon Edwards
To rejoice in another’s prosperity is to give content to your lot; to mitigate another’s — Tryon Edwards
The great end of education is to discipline rather than to furnish the mind; to train it to — Tryon Edwards
Sinful and forbidden pleasures are like poisoned bread; they may satisfy appetite for — Tryon Edwards
To waken interest and kindle enthusiasm is the sure way to teach easily and successfully. — Tryon Edwards
Age does not depend upon years, but upon temperament and health. Some men are born old, and some never grow so. — Tryon Edwards
Compromise is but the sacrifice of one right or good in the hope of retaining another — too often ending in the loss of both. — Tryon Edwards
Thoughts lead on to purpose, purpose leads on to actions, actions form habits, habits decide character. — Tryon Edwards