This is all the inheritance I give to my dear family. The religion of Christ will give them one which will make them rich indeed.

Is it not amazing that at a time when the rights of humanity are defined and understood with precision, in a country, above all others, fond of liberty-that in such an age and in such a country we find men professing a religion the most humane, mild, gentle and generous, adopting a principle as repugnant to humanity as it is inconsistent with the Bible, and destructive to liberty?

Whether this will prove a blessing or a curse, will depend upon the use our people will make of the blessings which a gracious God hath bestowed on us. If they are wise, they will be great and happy. If they are of a contrary character, they will be miserable. Righteousness alone can exalt them as a nation. Reader! Whoever thou art, remember this: and in thy sphere practice virtue thyself, an encourage it in others.

Hospitality invites to prayer before it checks credentials, welcomes to the table before administering the entrance exam.

Liberty ought to be the direct end of your government.

My great objection to this government is, that it does not leave us the means of defending our rights, or of waging war against tyrants.

I believe a time will come when an opportunity will be offered to abolish this lamentable evil.