"Justice, however, is the main pillar that upholds the whole edifice. If it is removed, the great, the immense fabric of human society, that fabric which to raise and support seems in this world, if I …"

"The property which every man has in his own labour, as it is the original foundation of all other property, so it is the most sacred and inviolable."

"The expense of defending the society, and that of supporting the dignity of the chief magistrate, are both laid out for the general benefit of the whole society. It is reasonable, therefore, that they…"

"The most opulent nations, indeed, are in general the most happy and comfortable."

"The property of a master in the service of his servants is not a thing that is found in any of the fundamental laws of nature."