That which we obtain too easily, we esteem too lightly. Thomas Paine easilyesteemlightly Change image and share on social
I prefer peace. But if trouble must come, let it come in my time, so that my children can live in peace. Thomas Paine childlivepeace Change image and share on social
Of all the tyrannies that affect mankind, tyranny in religion is the worst. Thomas Paine affectbadmankind Change image and share on social
The abilities of man must fall short on one side or the other, like too scanty a blanket when you are abed. If you pull it upon your shoulders, your feet are left bare; if you thrust it down to your feet, your shoulders are uncovered. Thomas Paine abedabilitybare share on social
To say that any people are not fit for freedom, is to make poverty their choice, and to say they had rather be loaded with taxes than not. Thomas Paine choicefitfreedom Change image and share on social
Belief in a cruel God makes a cruel man. Thomas Paine beliefcruelgod Change image and share on social
Is it not a species of blasphemy to call the New Testament revealed religion, when we see in it such contradictions and absurdities. Thomas Paine absurdityblasphemycall Change image and share on social
I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death. Thomas Paine approvebravebusiness share on social
The most formidable weapon against errors of every kind is reason. Thomas Paine errorformidablekind Change image and share on social
