Men are rather reasoning than reasonable animals, for the most part governed by the impulse of passion.

In framing a government which is to be administered by men over men, the great difficulty lies in this: you must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place, oblige it to control itself.

Surfing for me is more than my lifestyle; it's my passion, my love, and it's a part of me.

When the sword is once drawn, the passions of men observe no bounds of moderation

Such a wife as I want... must be young, handsome I lay most stress upon a good shape, sensible a little learning will do, well-bread, chaste, and tender. As to religion, a moderate stock will satisfy me. She must believe in God and hate a saint.

When the sword is once drawn, the passions of men observe no bounds of moderation.