It is ordained in the eternal constitution of things, that men of intemperate minds cannot be free. Their passions forge their fetters.
Edmund Burke Quotes
It is, generally, in the season of prosperity that men discover their real temper, principles, and designs.
Similar Quotes
Cricket is the greatest game that the wit of man has yet devised.
- Sir Pelham WarnerAdvertising is selling Twinkies to adults.
- Donald R. VanceThe struggle of the male to learn to listen to and respect his own intuitive, inner prompt...
- Herb GoldbergEach generation of the church in each setting has the responsibility of communicating the ...
- Francis SchaefferEach had defended his own country; the Germans Germany, the Frenchmen France; they had don...
- Ernst TollerComments on: "Edmund Burke Quotes: It is, generally, in the season of prosperity that men discover their real..."
Edmund Burke (137)
Birth: | 12th January, 1729 |
Death: | 9th July, 1797 |
Nationality: | Irish |
Profession: | Philosopher, Politician |
About
Edmund Burke was born in Dublin, Ireland. He was an Irish politician as well as an author, orator, political theorist and philosopher who, after moving to London, served as a Member of Parliament for many years in the House of Commons with the Whig Party.
Related Authors
Advertisement
Today's Anniversary - 23rd December
Births
- 1853 - William Henry Moody
- 1812 - Samuel Smiles
- 1957 - Trisha Goddard
- 1902 - Norman Maclean
- 1984 - Cary Williams
Deaths
- 1818 - Philip Francis
- 1959 - Lord Halifax
- 1873 - Sarah Grimke
- 2007 - Oscar Emmanuel Peterson
- 2000 - Victor Borge
Quote of the day
Popular Topics
Motivational Quotes
Friendship Quotes
Nature Quotes
Best Friend Quotes
Break Up Quotes
Emotion Quotes
Fear Quotes
Invitation Quotes
Job Quotes
Kindness Quotes
Money Quotes
Perfection Quotes
Politics Quotes
Racism Quotes
Religion Quotes
Sad Quotes
Society Quotes
Youth Quotes
Ability Quotes
April Fool’s Day Quotes
Business Quotes
Evolution Quotes
Wisdom Quotes
Leadership Quotes
History Quotes
Christmas Quotes
Encouragement Quotes
Humor Quotes
Justice Quotes
Risk Quotes
About Quoteswave
Quoteswave have collection of famous quotes and sayings by popular authors. We have biggest database of famous proverbs and quotes with images. We have categorized all quotes with different topics and tags like love quotes, inspirational, motivational, life, friendship, success, smile, achievement and belief quotes. Everyone love good meaningful quotes so share famous picture quotes with your friends and loved one.
Our mission is to motivate, boost self confiedence and inspire people to Love life, live life and surf life with words.
Our mission is to motivate, boost self confiedence and inspire people to Love life, live life and surf life with words.
X
Share with your friends