Persecution was at least a sign of personal interest. Tolerance is composed of nine parts of apathy to one of read more

Persecution was at least a sign of personal interest. Tolerance is composed of nine parts of apathy to one of brotherly love.

I love opposition that has convictions.

I love opposition that has convictions.

Cruel persecutions and intolerance are not accidents, but grow out of the very essence of religion, namely, its absolute claims

Cruel persecutions and intolerance are not accidents, but grow out of the very essence of religion, namely, its absolute claims

But most of us are apt to settle within ourselves that the man who blocks our way is odious, and read more

But most of us are apt to settle within ourselves that the man who blocks our way is odious, and not to mind causing him a little of the disgust which his personality excites in ourselves.

Opposition inflames the enthusiast, never converts him.

Opposition inflames the enthusiast, never converts him.

Don't be afraid of opposition. Remember, a kite rises against; not with; the wind.

Don't be afraid of opposition. Remember, a kite rises against; not with; the wind.

Yes great people are always subject to persecution and always getting into straits.

Yes great people are always subject to persecution and always getting into straits.

You can measure a man by the opposition it takes to discourage him.

You can measure a man by the opposition it takes to discourage him.

Gain from your opponents without sacrificing your own strength.

Gain from your opponents without sacrificing your own strength.