Society in every state is a blessing, but government, even in its best stage, is but a necessary evil; in its worst state an intolerable one. Thomas Paine badblessevil Change image and share on social
My country is the world, and my religion is to do good. Thomas Paine countrygoodreligion Change image and share on social
Persecution is not an original feature in any religion; but it is always the strongly marked feature of all religions established by law. Thomas Paine establishfeaturelaw Change image and share on social
The Vatican is a dagger in the heart of Italy. Thomas Paine daggerheartitaly Change image and share on social
Time makes more converts than reason. Thomas Paine convertmakereason Change image and share on social
The World is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion. Thomas Paine brothercountrygood Change image and share on social
The instant formal government is abolished, society begins to act. A general association takes place, and common interest produces common security. Thomas Paine abolishactassociation Change image and share on social
He that rebels against reason is a real rebel, but he that in defence of reason rebels against tyranny has a better title to Defender of the Faith, than George the Third. Thomas Paine defencedefenderfaith Change image and share on social
If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace. Thomas Paine childdaypeace Change image and share on social
A long habit of not thinking a thing wrong gives it a superficial appearance of being right. Thomas Paine appearancehabitlong Change image and share on social
