I abhor war and view it as the greatest scourge of mankind.
Thomas Jefferson

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Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very fast.

A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks.

Whenever the people are well-informed, they can be trusted with their own government.

Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and oppressions of body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of day.

Difference of opinion is advantageous in religion. The several sects perform the office of a Censor - over each other.