In their nomination to office they will not appoint to the exercise of authority as to a pitiful job, but as to a holy function.
Reflections on the Revolution in France. Vol. iii. p. 356.
The men of England,—the men, I mean, of light and leading in England.
Reflections on the Revolution in France. Vol. iii. p. 365.
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He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.
Reflections on the Revolution in France. Vol. iii. p. 453.
To execute laws is a royal office; to execute orders is not to be a king. However, a political executive magistracy, though merely such, is a great trust.[411:1]
Reflections on the Revolution in France. Vol. iii. p. 497.
You can never plan the future by the past.[411:2]