There is no practice more dangerous than that of borrowing money

Of all the animosities which have existed among mankind, those which are caused by a difference of sentiments in religion appear to be the most inveterate and distressing, and ought to be deprecated. I was in hopes that the enlightened and liberal policy, which has marked the present age, would at least have reconciled Christians of every denomination so far that we should never again see the religious disputes carried to such a pitch as to endanger the peace of society.

Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgment to others with modesty.

Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.

[T]he foundation of a great Empire is laid, and I please myself with a persuasion, that Providence will not leave its work imperfect.

Why quit our own to stand upon foreign ground? Why, by interweaving our destiny with that of any part of Europe, entangle our peace and prosperity in the toils of European Ambition, Rivalship, Interest, Humour or Caprice?

I am just going. Have me decently buried; and do not let my body be put into the Vault in less than three days after I am dead.... Tis well.