The introduction of Christianity, which, under whatever form, always confers such inestimable benefits on mankind, soon made a sensible change in these rude and fierce manners.

Politics ought to be adjusted not to human reasonings but to human nature, of which reason is but a part and by no means the greatest part.

Never, no never, did Nature say one thing, and wisdom another.

Religion is the basis of civil society, and the source of all good and of all comfort.

When any work seems to have required immense force and labor to effect it, the idea is grand.

Men love to hear of their power, but have an extreme disrelish to be told their duty.

Beauty is the promise of happiness.