“Now since man is naturally inclined to avoid pain - and since labor is pain in itself - it follows that men will resort to plunder whenever plunder is easier than work. History shows this quite clearly. And under these conditions, neither religion nor morality can stop it. When, then, does plunder stop? It stops when it becomes more painful and more dangerous than labor.”
French economist and a prominent figure in the classical liberal tradition. Born on June 30, 1801, and died on December 24, 1850. His writings had a profound impact on economics and political philosophy. more
“On the whole, God’s love for us is a much safer subject to think about than our love for Him.”
“God cares a lot more about who we are and who we are becoming than about who we once were.”
“Be truthful, and the result is bound to be amazingly interesting.”