Democracy is the art of disciplining onself, so that one need not be disciplined by others.

The best prophet is common sense, our native wit.

Everything has it's beauty, but not every one sees it.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Donot wrong or hate your neighbor for it is not he that you wrong but yourself.

When regard for truth has been broken down or evenslightly weakened, all things will remain doubtful.

Everybody thinks of changing humanity and nobody thinks of changing himself.

I have never been able to conceive how any rational beingcould propose happiness to himself from the exercise of power over others.

An honest man's word is as good as his bond.

Imaginationis the eye of your soul.

Everyoneis wise until he speaks.

Anyone whoconducts an argument by appealing to authority is not using his intelligence,just his memory.