The more I see of men, the better I like my dog.

My people and I have come to an agreement which satisfies us both. They are to do what they please, and I am to do what I please.

It is the fashion these days to make war, and presumably it will last a while yet.

Be more than you seem to be.

All religions must be tolerated ... every man must go to heaven in his own way. [Die Religionen müssen alle toleriert werden ... denn hier muss ein jeder nach seiner Fasson selig werden.]

Diplomacy without arms is like a concert without a score

Theologians are all alike, of whatever religion or country they may be; their aim is always to wield despotic authority over men's consciences; they therefore persecute all of us who have the temerity to tell the truth.