We ought not to schismatize on either men or measures. Principles alone can justify that.

Every constitution..., and every law, naturally expires at the end of 19 years [a generation]. If it be enforced longer, it is anact of force, and not of right.

Nothing is so disgusting to our sex as want of cleanliness and delicacy in yours.

The spirit of this country is totally adverse to a large military force.

among the values of classical learning I estimate the Luxury of reading the Greek & Roman authors in all the beauties of their originals ... I think myself more indebted to my father for this, than for all the other luxuries his cares and affections have placed within my reach.

I never before knew the full value of trees....What would I not give that the trees planted nearest round the house at Monticello were full grown.

Friendship is but another name for an alliance with the follies and the misfortunes of others. Our own share of miseries is sufficient: why enter then as volunteers into those of another?