Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
GEORGE WASHINGTONIt is now no more that toleration is spoken of, as if it was by the indulgence of one class of people.
More George Washington Quotes
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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few; and let those be well-tried before you give them your confidence.
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To the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.
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A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of friends.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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Every day the increasing weight of years admonishes me more and more, that the shade of retirement is as necessary to me as it will be welcome.
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True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to appellation.
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I conceive a knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.
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Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair. The rest is in the hands of God.
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I cannot imagine a God who rewards and punishes the objects of his creation, whose purposes are modeled after our own.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.
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Arbitrary power is most easily established on the ruins of liberty abused to licentiousness.
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Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgement to others with modesty.
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