Had the doctrines of Jesus been preached always as pure as they came from his lips, the whole civilized world would now have been Christians.

Whenever you are to do a thing, though it can never be known but to yourself, ask yourself how you would act were all the world looking at you, and act accordingly.

I think our governments will remain virtuous for many centuries; as long as they are chiefly agricultural.

All men are created equal and have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

The olive tree is surely the richest gift of Heaven. I can scarcely expect bread.

Always take hold of things by the smooth handle.

Men as well as rivers grow crooked by following the path of least resistance.