“There are three points of doctrine the belief of which forms the foundation of all morality. The first is the existence of God; the second is the immortality of the human soul; and the third is a future state of rewards and punishments. Suppose it possible for a man to disbelieve either of these three articles of faith and that man will have no conscience, he will have no other law than that of the tiger or the shark. The laws of man may bind him in chains or may put him to death, but they never can make him wise, virtuous, or happy.”
Quote by John Quincy Adams
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This book is a compilation of Abigail Adams' letters, offering a unique perspective on the political and social landscape of her time. The correspondence includes her observations on the American Revolution, the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, and the early years of the United States. The letters also reveal her personal life, including her relationship with her husband and her role as a mother and wife. The collection provides a valuable historical record and a personal glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential women. more
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