A multitude of words is no proof of a prudent mind.
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The meanest, most contemptible kind of praise is that which first speaks well of a man, and then qualifies it with a “but”.
The most certain test by which we judge whether a country is really free is the amount of security enjoyed by minorities.
Justice requires that to lawfully constituted Authority there be given that respect and obedience which is its due; that the laws which are made shall be in wise conformity with the common good; and that, as a matter of conscience all men shall render obedience to these laws.
That cannot be safe which is not honourable.
There can never be a complete confidence in a power which is excessive.
There is one piece of advice, in a life of study, which I think no one will object to; and that is, every now and then to be completely idle – to do nothing at all.
I am my nearest neighbour.