Good-nature is that benevolent and amiable temper of mind which disposes us to feel the misfortunes and enjoy the happiness of others, and, consequently, pushes us on to promote the latter and prevent the former; and that without any abstract contemplation on the beauty of virtue, and without the allurements or terrors of religion.

Thwackum was for doing justice, and leaving mercy to heaven.

There's one fool at least in every married couple.

Great joy, especially after a sudden change of circumstances, is apt to be silent, and dwells rather in the heart than on the tongue.

Where the law ends tyranny begins.

The woman and the soldier who do not defend the first pass will never defend the last.

The dignity of history.