A good government remains the greatest of human blessings and no nation has ever enjoyed it.

In imperialism nothing fails like success. If the conqueror oppresses his subjects, they will become fanatical patriots, and sooner or later have their revenge; if he treats them well, and governs them for their good, they will multiply faster than their rulers, till they claim their independence.

The great discovery of the nineteenth century, that we are of one blood with the lower animals, has created new ethical obligations which have not yet penetrated the public conscience. The clerical profession has been lamentably remiss in preaching this obvious duty.

Man, as we know him, is a poor creature; he is halfway between an ape and a god and he is travelling in the right direction.

Experience is a good teacher, but her fees are very high.

The game of life is worth playing, but the struggle is the prize.

I have no fear that the candle lighted in Palestine years ago will ever be put out.