The mathematics are distinguished by a particular privilege, that is, in the course of ages, they may always advance and can never recede.

Under a democratical government the citizens exercise the powers of sovereignty; and those powers will be first abused, and afterwards lost, if they are committed to an unwieldy multitude.

On the slightest touch the unsupported fabric of their pride and power fell to the ground. The expiring senate displayed a sudden lustre, blazed for a moment, and was extinguished for ever.

While the Romans languished under the ignominious tyranny of eunuchs and bishops, the praises of Julian were repeated with transport in every part of the empire, except in the palace of Constantius.

Our toil is lessened, and our wealth is increased, by our dominion over the useful animals . . .

[Every age], however destitute of science or virtue, sufficiently abounds with acts of blood and military renown.

A society in which marriage is encouraged and industry prevails soon repairs the accidental losses of pestilence and war.