Jefferson’s Famous Quotes

1. When you are angry, count to ten before speaking. If you are very angry, count to one hundred. ——Jefferson

2. Honesty is the first chapter of the book of wisdom. ——Jefferson

3. Only a country composed of an educated people can remain free. ——Jefferson

4. Reason, justice and equality do not have enough power to rule human beings on the earth. Only interests have this power. ——Jefferson

5. People who never waste time have no time to complain about lack of time. ——Jefferson

6. A true patriot will not tolerate any party or individual being placed above the motherland. We will not tolerate the brutal taxation and extortion of our people by our own government. Corruption will not be tolerated. Not to mention that for the sake of personal gain, he would only sing praises to the emperor and not speak human words to the common people. Patriotism means loving the people and bearing the suffering of the nation, not loving evil organizations. Dissent is the highest form of patriotism. ——Jefferson

7. A slave would become a tyrant if possible. ——Jefferson

8. Never buy things you don’t need just because they are cheap. Things you don’t need are expensive. ——Jefferson

9. Those who light candles to illuminate others will not bring darkness to themselves. ——Jefferson

10. Don’t be humble to proud people, and don’t be proud to humble people. ——Jefferson