The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.

The whole duty of man is summed up in obedience to God's will.

Happiness depends more upon the internal frame of a person’s own mind, than on the externals in the world.

[T]he hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend. Remember officers and Soldiers, that you are Freemen, fighting for the blessings of Liberty - that slavery will be your portion, and that of your posterity, if you do not acquit yourselves like men.

It is yet to be decided whether the Revolution must ultimately be considered as a blessing or a curse: a blessing or a curse, not to the present age alone, for with our fate will the destiny of unborn millions be involved.

I use no Porter ... in my family, but such as is made in America: both these articles may now be purchased of an excellent quality.

The foundation of our national policy will be laid in the pure and immutable principle of private morality.