Liberty is the foundation of all true progress.
A person may be opposed to your views, but that doesn’t diminish their value.
Over himself, over his own body and mind, the individual is sovereign.
Originality is the one thing which unoriginal minds cannot feel the use of.
He who knows only his own side of the case knows little of that.
The only freedom which deserves the name is that of pursuing our own good in our own way.
Genius can only breathe freely in an atmosphere of freedom.
All good things which exist are the fruits of originality.
To do as one would be done by, and to love one’s neighbour as oneself, constitute the ideal perfection of utilitarian morality.
One person with a belief is equal to a force of ninety-nine who have only interests.
Dissent is the mother of progress.
There is nothing which a man would not do to avoid paying a penny.
All silencing of discussion is an assumption of infallibility.
Eccentricity has a great deal to do with originality.
The worth of a state, in the long run, is the worth of the individuals composing it.
He who knows his own mind is the envy of all.
If all mankind minus one were of one opinion, mankind would be no more justified in silencing that one person than he, if he had the power, would be justified in silencing mankind.
Every man who says he is going to be free is already free in spirit.
A great thinker stands alone, like a tower in a storm.
Mankind has always been better served by those who dared to oppose the status quo.
The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.
In the long run, the best way to promote the cause of humanity is to promote individual excellence.
A lack of imagination is the world’s biggest tragedy.
Knowledge is power, and with it comes the responsibility to think critically.
The true measure of a society can be found in how it treats its most vulnerable members.
Suffering is a part of growth; each pain brings us closer to understanding.
It is better to be a human being dissatisfied than a pig satisfied.
Life is a battle of ideas; the strongest ideas emerge victorious.
Acts of generosity have the power to transform the world.
Society flourishes when individuals are free to express their thoughts.
True happiness comes from the pursuit of meaningful endeavors.
Compromise is essential for progress, but principles must never be sacrificed.
The legacy of humanity is built upon the stones of dissent.
Only through the clash of ideas can we find the spark of truth.
Fear stifles creativity; only courage can lead to enlightenment.
The essence of freedom is the ability to choose one’s path.
To be happy is to be free; to be free is to be true to oneself.
Intellect is a sharp blade; it cuts both ways.
Tolerance is the cornerstone of a functioning society.
True innovation requires a brave heart and an open mind.
Great minds grow in gardens of debate.
A single voice can echo across the ages.
Morality is not a destination, but a lifelong journey.
The battle for justice begins in the heart of each individual.
Empathy is the bridge that connects us all.