The opinions of men are not the object of civil government, nor under its jurisdiction.

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The opinions of men are not the object of civil government, nor under its jurisdiction.

-- Thomas Jefferson

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Question with boldness even the existence of a God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason, than that of blindfolded fear.

-- Thomas Jefferson

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Thomas Jefferson asked himself In what country on earth would you rather live He first answered Certainly in my own where are all my friends my relations and the earliest and sweetest affections and recollections of my life. But he continued which would be your second choice His answer France.

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Power is not alluring to pure minds

-- Thomas Jefferson

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Difference of opinion is advantageous in religion. The several sects perform the office of a Censor – over each other. –

-- Thomas Jefferson

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It is in our lives and not our words that our religion must be read.

-- Thomas Jefferson

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