QUOTATIONS by AUTHOR
Bravery
More firm and sure the hand of courage strikes, when it obeys the watchful eye of caution.
-James Thomson
Discontent
That which makes people dissatisfied with their condition, is the chimerical idea they form of the happiness of others.
-James Thomson
Gratitude
Ingratitude is treason to mankind.
-James Thomson
Nature
I know no subject more elevating, more amazing, more ready to the poetical enthusiasm, the philosophical reflection, and the moral sentiment than the works of nature. Where can we meet such variety, such beauty, such magnificence?
-James Thomson
Peace
Peace is the happy natural state of man; war is corruption and disgrace.
-James Thomson
Religion
I think a bishop who doesn't give offence to anyone is probably not a good bishop.
-James Thomson
A little, round, fat, oily man of God.
-James Thomson
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