He that rebels against reason is a real rebel, but he that in defence of reason rebels against tyranny has a better title to Defender of the Faith, than George the Third.

Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dearness only that gives every thing its value.

Give me liberty, or give me death.

Of all the tyrannies that affect mankind, tyranny in religion is the worst

Titles are but nicknames, and every nickname is a title.

Sin is the reason we rebel against authority.