"Despotism is a legitimate mode of government in dealing with barbarians, provided the end be their improvement."

"The deeply-rooted notion, that the principles of justice are the same for all, and that in every case, justice consists in giving to each person that which he deserves, or is entitled to, is a common …"

"Every man who says frankly and without cant, what he thinks, will be in some way a benefactor to his age."

"The only freedom which consists in doing what one desires, is a freedom which, if not qualified by other considerations, is inconsistent with the good of society."

"I have learned to seek my happiness by limiting my desires, rather than in attempting to satisfy them."