I cannot think the disputes and jealousies of Heaven are tried and settled by the swords of earth.
James Anthony FroudeCrime is not punished as an offense against God, but as prejudicial to society.
James Anthony FroudeIf you think you can temper yourself into manliness by sitting here over your books, it is the very silliest fancy that ever tempted a young man to his ruin. You cannot dream yourself into a character; you must hammer and forge yourself one.
James Anthony Froude