Maxioms by Thomas Paine
The mind once enlightened cannot again become dark.
The mind once enlightened cannot again become dark.
The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.
The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.
Man must go back to nature for information.
Man must go back to nature for information.
The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is read more
The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value. 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.
Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice.
Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice.
