The sum of all is, if we would most truly enjoy this gift of Heaven, let us become a virtuous people. Samuel Adams More Quotes by Samuel Adams More Quotes From Samuel Adams For my own part, I have been wont to converse with poverty; and however disagreeable a companion she may be thought to be by the affluent and luxurious, who were never acquainted with her, I can live happily with her the remainder of my life if I can thereby contribute to the redemption of my country. Samuel Adams live my-life poverty life The marriage state was designed to complete the sum of human happiness in this life. It sometimes proves otherwise, but this is owing to the parties themselves, who either rush into it without due consideration or fail in point of discretion in their conduct towards each other afterwards. Samuel Adams marriage happiness sometimes life There is a solid satisfaction in one's having and being conscious that he merits the good opinion of men of true discernment and real worth. But to have a name among the weak and the wicked is shame and reproach. Samuel Adams name good opinion men We have proclaimed to the world our determination 'to die freemen, rather than to live slaves.' We have appealed to Heaven for the justice of our cause, and in Heaven we have placed our trust. Samuel Adams die trust determination justice 'But,' say the puling, pusillanimous cowards, 'we shall be subject to a long and bloody war if we declare independence.' On the contrary, I affirm it the only step that can bring the contest to a speedy and happy issue. Samuel Adams step happy war long While I am in this world, I am resolved that no vexation shall put me out of temper if I can possibly command myself. Even old age, which is making strides towards me, shall not prevail to make me peevish. Samuel Adams i-am myself me age It behooves every American to encourage home manufactures, that our oppressors may feel through their pockets the effects of their blind folly. Samuel Adams american feel blind home
