I read these words which are the sum of all moral philosophy, and which cut short all the disputes of the casuists: When in doubt if an action is good or bad, refrain.

Think for yourselves and let others enjoy the privilege to do so, too.

Needless to say since Christ's expiation not one single Christian has been known to sin, or die.

Governments need to have both shepherds and butchers.

We cannot wish for that we know not.

It has taken seas of blood to drown the idol of despotism, but the English do not think they bought their laws too dearly.

Life is thickly sown with thorns. I know no other remedy than to pass rapidly over them. The longer we dwell on our misfortunes the greater is their power to harm us.