Isaac Watts Quotes

Isaac Watts — English Politician born on July 17, 1674, died on November 25, 1748

Isaac Watts was an English Christian hymnwriter, theologian and logician. A prolific and popular hymn writer, his work was part of evangelization. He was recognized as the "Father of English Hymnody", credited with some 750 hymns. Many of his hymns remain in use today and have been translated into numerous languages... (wikipedia)

Do not hover always on the surface of things, nor take up suddenly with mere appearances; but penetrate into the depth of matters, as far as your time and circumstances allow, especially in those things which relate to your profession.

Learning to trust is one of life's most difficult tasks.

I would not change my blest estate for all the world calls good or great.

Acquire a government over your ideas, that they may come down when they are called, and depart when they are bidden.

Acquaint yourself with your own ignorance.