I consider the government of the United States as interdicted by the Constitution from intermeddling with religious institutions, their doctrines, discipline, or exercises. This results not only from the provision that no law shall be made respecting the establishment or free exercise of religion, but from that also which reserves to the States the powers not delegated to the United States. Certainly, no power to prescribe any religious exercise or to assume authority in any religious discipline has been delegated to the General Government. It must then rest with the States.
Thomas JeffersonI have now the gloomy prospect of retiring from office loaded with serious debts, which will materially affect the tranquility of my retirement.
Thomas JeffersonMusic furnishes a delightful recreation for the hours of respite from the cares of the day, and lasts us through life.
Thomas Jefferson