The most enthusiastic man in a cause is rarely chosen as the leader. - Arthur Helps

Any one who is much talked of, must be much maligned. This seems to be a harsh conclusion; but when you consider how much more given men are to depreciate than to appreciate, you will acknowledge that there is some truth in the saying.

Some persons, instead of making a religion for their God, are content to make a god of their religion.

Do not mistake energy for enthusiasm; the softest speakers are often the most enthusiastic of men.