Philosophy Quotes by Thomas Paine
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Thomas Paine argues that a good opinion of ourselves is essential in private life and absolutely necessary in public life. He calls the Christian theory a form of idolatry that serves power and revenue, and he describes natural philosophy as the study of God’s works, especially astronomy.
![“May she [United States] never forget that a fair national reputation is of as much importance as independence. That it possesses a charm that wins upon the world, and makes even enemies civil. That it gives a dignity which is often superior to power, and commands reverence where pomp and splendor…” quote by Thomas Paine](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4b4/thomas-paine-267_america_may-she-united-states-never-forget-that_2742944.png)
