By oft repeating an untruth, men come to believe it themselves.

If thinking men would have the courage to think for themselves, and to speak what they think, it would be found they do not differ in religious opinions as much as is supposed.

I had no idea, however, that in Pennsylvania, the cradle of toleration and freedom of religion, it [fanaticism] could have arisen to the height you describe. This must be owing to the growth of Presbyterianism. The blasphemy of the five points of Calvin, and the impossibility of defending them, render their advocates impatient of reasoning, irritable, and prone to denunciation.

An enemy generally says and believes what he wishes.

There is no justification for taking away individuals' freedom in the guise of public safety.

The power of making war often prevents it, and in our case would give efficacy to our desire of peace.

The world is indebted for all triumphs which have been gained by reason and humanity over error and oppression.