May I govern my passions with absolute sway, — Passion

"A toothache, or a violent passion, is not necessarily diminished by our knowledge of its causes, its character, its importance or insignificance."

"Filled with fury, rapt, inspird."

"[T]his man who is devoured by jealousy, hatred, avarice, or ambition, can never find any rest. The most peaceful spot, the freshest and most calming drinks are alike useless to one who has not freed his heart from the torment of passion."

"Passion, though a bad regulator, is a powerful spring."

"Our headstrong passions shut the door of our souls against God."

"For passion, be it observed, brings insight with it; it can give a sort of intelligence to simpletons, fools, and idiots, especially during youth."