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Famous John Winthrop Quotes
“A liberty to that only which is good, just, and honest.”
Source: The History of New England from 1630 to 1649
Source: The History of New England from 1630 to 1649
“For we must consider that we shall be as a city upon a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us.”
“Love is the bond of perfection.”
Source: The Journal of John Winthrop, 1630-1649
“A democracy is ... accounted the meanest and worst of all forms of government.”
“To love and live beloved is the soul's paradise.”
Source: The Journal of John Winthrop, 1630-1649