A man ought not to value himself of his achievements or rare qualities of wit, much less of his riches, virtue or kindred.
GEORGE WASHINGTONIf we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity.
More George Washington Quotes
-
-
Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
The internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
To encourage literature and the arts is a duty which every good citizen owes to his country.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule, indeed, extends with more or less force to every species of free government.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of friends.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
The chief duty of the National Government in connection with the currency of the country is to coin money and declare its value.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
The hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
Associate yourself with men of good quality, if you esteem your own reputation; for ‘tis better to be alone than in bad company.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
We should not look back unless it is to derive useful lessons from past errors, and for the purpose of profiting by dearly bought experience.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
Citizens by birth or choice of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections.
GEORGE WASHINGTON -
It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
GEORGE WASHINGTON