The time to pray is not when we are in a tight spot but just as soon as we get out of it.

There is no revenge so complete as forgiveness.

—Josh Billings

One of the greatest victories you can gain over someone is to beat him at politeness.

—Josh Billings

My dog is worried about the economy because Alpo is up to 99 cents a can. That's almost $7.00 in dog money.

—Josh Billings

That's the beauty of argument-if you argue correctly, you're never wrong.

—Josh Billings

Marrying for love may be a bit risky, but it is so honest that God can't help but smile on it.

—Josh Billings

Prayer indeed is good, but while calling on the gods a man should himself lend a hand.

—Hippocrates

One single grateful thought raised to heaven is the most perfect prayer.

—G. E. Lessing

You must pray that the way be long, full of adventures and experiences.

—Constantine Peter Cavafy

The only time my prayers are never answered is on the golf course.

—Billy Graham

I often pray, though I'm not really sure Anyone's listening; and I phrase it carefully, just in case He's literary.

—Mignon McLaughlin