Quotes by Thomas Jefferson
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
Progress is born from the tension between aspiration and reality.
Let us hear no more of trust in men, but bind them down from mischief by the chains of the Constitution.
The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong endeavor, not a mere preparation for one.
Let us not be governed by fear, but by hope and reason.
Let us not seek solace in ignorance, but rather strive for enlightenment.
To remain silent when one's principles are challenged is to betray them.
Do you want to know who you are? Don't ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you.
Cultivate reason, for it is the compass that guides us through the uncharted waters of opinion.
The strength of a nation lies not in its coffers, but in the character of its people.
The care of human life and happiness is the first and only legitimate object of good government.
Do not mistake activity for achievement. Purposeful action, driven by clear goals, is the true measure of success.
Let us not be weary in well-doing, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance, not just against enemies abroad, but against those who would usurp power at home.
A well-informed citizenry is the best defense against tyranny. Ignorance is the chains that bind us.
To govern is to choose, and to choose is to invite both praise and criticism.
Error of opinion may be tolerated where reason is left free to combat it.
The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong voyage; let curiosity be your compass.
A little patience, a little more perseverance, and a great deal of hard work is required for success. Do not despair.
To be truly independent, one must cultivate the land within themselves, nurturing reason and virtue above all else.
A well-informed citizenry is the strongest defense against tyranny.
The price of liberty is not merely eternal vigilance, but a constant willingness to adapt to the evolving challenges that threaten it.
The earth is given as a common stock for men to labor and live on. It is not the exclusive property of one generation, but of all.
Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.
Let the laws be clear, accessible, and just; then, let them be enforced with impartiality.
Strive for excellence, not perfection. The pursuit of the latter often hinders the achievement of the former.
The price of liberty is not merely eternal vigilance, but also a willingness to engage in difficult conversations.
Cultivate within yourself a garden of virtues, for they are the surest path to lasting happiness.
Cultivators of the earth are the most valuable citizens. They are the most vigorous, the most independent, the most virtuous.
The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong endeavor, not a fleeting accomplishment.
The pursuit of happiness is not a guarantee of its attainment, but rather a commitment to striving for a life of purpose.
The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots & tyrants. It is its natural manure.
A well-informed citizenry is the surest defense against tyranny, for ignorance is easily manipulated.
The earth is given as a common stock for man to labor and live on.
Cultivate reason, for it is the surest guide in navigating the complexities of life.
Government is best which governs least, but governs justly.
Do not judge a book by its cover, nor a man by his title.
Laws must be built upon fairness, lest they crumble under the weight of injustice.
Do not be afraid to question, for it is through inquiry that we discover truth.
Cultivate reason, for it is the surest guide amidst the storms of passion and prejudice.
Cultivate reason, for it is the bedrock of progress.
That government is the strongest of which every man feels himself a part.
Without courage, all other virtues are rendered impotent.
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