Of mankind in general, the parts are greater than the whole.

The democrats think that as they are equal they ought to be equal in all things.

Excellence or virtue in a man will be the disposition which renders him a good man and also which will cause him to perform his function well.

The man with a host of friends who slaps on the back everybody he meets is regarded as the friend of nobody.

Every man should be responsible to others, nor should anyone be allowed to do just as he pleases; for where absolute freedom is allowed there is nothing to restrain the evil which is inherent in every man. But the principle of responsibility secures that which is the greatest good in states; the right persons rule and are prevented from doing wrong, and the people have their due. It is evident that this is the best kind of democracy, and why? because the people are drawn from a certain class.

The souls ability to nourish itself lies in the heart.

The greatest of all pleasures is the pleasure of learning.