"In such condition there is no place for industry, because the fruit thereof is uncertain: and consequently no culture of the earth; no navigation, nor use of the commodities that may be imported by se…"

"For such is the nature of men, that howsoever they may acknowledge many others to be more witty, or more eloquent, or more learned; yet they will hardly believe there be many so wise as themselves."

"And therefore, what is good for one, is not good for all."

"The passion that above all things makes a man fearful, is the fear of death."

"The first and fundamental law of nature is, to seek peace, and follow it."