We hear of the wealth of nations, of the powers of production, of the demand and supply of markets, and we forget that these words mean no more, if they mean any thing, then the happiness, and the labor, and the necessities of men.
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We have seen that no religion stands on the basis of things known; none bounds its horizon within the field of human observation; and, therefore, as it can never present us with indisputable facts, so must it ever be at once a source of error and contention.Francis Wright
Speak of change, and the world is in alarm. And yet where do we not see change?
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Look into the nature of things. Search out the grounds of your opinions, the for and against.
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Awaken its powers, and it will respect itself.
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Know why you believe, understand what you believe, and possess a reason for the faith that is in you.
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