There is nothing in the world really beneficial that does not lie within the reach of an informed understanding and a well-protected pursuit.

No sound ought to be heard in the church but the healing voice of Christian charity.

The use of force alone is but temporary. It may subdue for a moment; but it does not remove the necessity of subduing again; and a nation is not governed, which is perpetually to be conquered.

The tyranny of a multitude is a multiplied tyranny.

There ought to be system of manners in every nation which a well-formed mind would be disposed to relish. To make us love our country, our country ought to be lovely.

Whilst shame keeps its watch, virtue is not wholly extinguished in the heart; nor will moderation be utterly exiled from the minds of tyrants.

The question is not whether you have a right to render people miserable, but whether it is not in your best interest to make them happy.