If I do not believe as you believe, it proves that you do not believe as I believe, and that is all that it proves.
Thomas PaineHe, who survives his reputation, lives out of despite himself, like a man listening to his own reproach.
Thomas PaineThere are matters in the Bible, said to be done by the express commandment of God, that are shocking to humanity and to every idea we have of moral justice.
Thomas PaineArms discourage and keep the invader and plunderer in awe, and preserve order in the world as well as property... Horrid mischief would ensue were the law-abiding deprived of the use of them.
Thomas Paine