Thomas Paine Quotations

Thomas Paine is famous for his lifelong struggle for American independence. He strongly advocated against hereditary monarchy and distributed pamphlets to support his cause. Common Sense, a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine was quite popular among leaders of the American independence movement. Feel the passion and vigor in these Thomas Paine quotes.

Character
Character is much easier kept than recovered.

Courage
I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection.

Belief
It is necessary to the happiness of man that he be mentally faithful to himself.

Reputation
Reputation is what men and women think of us; character is what God and angels know of us.

Business
The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.

Optimism
The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave by reflection.

Beginning
We have it in our power to begin the world over again.

Character
What we obtain too cheap we esteem too little; it is dearness only that gives everything value.