Learning is the ally, not the adversary of genius... he who reads in a proper spirit, can scarcely read too much.

The execution of any thing considerable implies in the first place previous persevering meditation.

Revolutions are the produce of passion, not of sober and tranquil reason.

The cause of justice is the cause of humanity. Its advocates should overflow with universal good will. We should love this cause, for it conduces to the general happiness of mankind.

Perseverance is an active principle, and cannot continue to operate but under the influence of desire.

Revolution is engendered by an indignation with tyranny, yet is itself pregnant with tyranny.

But the watchful care of the parent is endless. The youth is never free from the danger of grating interference.