Hosea Ballou
Hosea Ballou
Hosea Ballouwas an American Universalist clergyman and theological writer. He has been called one of the fathers of American Universalism...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionClergyman
Date of Birth30 April 1771
CountryUnited States of America
facts tradition prominent
Not the least misfortune in a prominent falsehood is the fact that tradition is apt to repeat it for truth.
emulation charity spontaneous
True charity is spontaneous and finds its own occasion; it is never the offspring of importunity, nor of emulation.
possession clear-conscience clear
All our possessions are as nothing compared to health, strength, and a clear conscience.
innocence mystery
Mystery and innocence are not akin.
steps vices slavery
It is but a step from companionship to slavery when one associates with vice.
smile sunshine
A good smile is the sunshine of wisdom.
errors busy busy-life
Error is always more busy than truth.
humility men bows
The act of divine worship is the inestimable privilege of man, the only created being who bows in humility and adoration.
humanity progress looks
Humanity , in the aggregate, is progressing, and philanthropy looks forward hopefully.
latter estates careful
Be more careful of your conscience than of your estate. The latter can be bought and sold; the former never.
punishment judging prison
I have somewhere read that conscience not only sits as witness and judge within our bosoms, but also forms the prison of punishment.
teaching littles easier
Attempt to teach the young but little at a time; this will be easier to impart, easier to receive, and surer to be retained.
obedience duty
Obedience sums up our entire duty.
inspirational summer rain
Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops pierced by sunbeams.