Only that thing is free which exists by the necessities of its own nature, and is determined in its actions by itself alone. Baruch Spinoza on nature
Nothing exists from whose nature some effect does not follow. Baruch Spinoza on nature
Peace is not an absence of war, it is a virtue, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice. Baruch Spinoza on peace
For peace is not mere absence of war, but is a virtue that springs from, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice. Baruch Spinoza on peace
Peace is not the absence of war, but a virtue based on strength of character. Baruch Spinoza on peace
Ambition is the immoderate desire for power. Baruch Spinoza on power
To give aid to every poor man is far beyond the reach and power of every man. Care of the poor is incumbent on society as a whole. Baruch Spinoza on power
I do not know how to teach philosophy without becoming a disturber of established religion. Baruch Spinoza on religion
Freedom is absolutely necessary for the progress in science and the liberal arts. Baruch Spinoza on science
To give aid to every poor man is far beyond the reach and power of every man. Care of the poor is incumbent on society as a whole. Baruch Spinoza on society
Peace is not the absence of war, but a virtue based on strength of character. Baruch Spinoza on strength
Peace is not an absence of war, it is a virtue, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice. Baruch Spinoza on war
For peace is not mere absence of war, but is a virtue that springs from, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice. Baruch Spinoza on war
Peace is not the absence of war, but a virtue based on strength of character. Baruch Spinoza on war
He alone is free who lives with free consent under the entire guidance of reason. Baruch Spinoza on freedom
Peace is not an absence of war, it is a virtue, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice. Baruch Spinoza on inspiration