More Quotes by William Penn
The country life is to be preferred, for there we see the works of God; but in cities little else but the works of men. And the one makes a better subject for contemplation than the other.
Let us see what love can do.
People are more afraid of the laws of Man than of God, because their punishment seems to be nearest.
Speak properly, and in as few words as you can, but always plainly; for the end of speech is not ostentation, but to be understood.
Avoid flatterers, for they are thieves in disguise.
If you protect a man from folly, you will soon have a nation of fools.
Men are generally more careful of the breed of their horses and dogs than of their children.
In all debates, let truth be thy aim, not victory, or an unjust interest.
A good End cannot sanctify evil Means; nor must we ever do Evil, that Good may come of it.
Men must be governed by God or they will be ruled by tyrants.
