To enlarge the sphere of social happiness is worthy of the benevolent design of a Masonic institution; and it is most fervently to be wished, that the conduct of every member of the fraternity, as well as those publications, that discover the principles which actuate them, may tend to convince mankind that the grand object of Masonry is to promote the happiness of the human race.]

— George Washington

To persevere in one's duty and be silent is the best answer to calumny.

— George Washington

True friendship is a plant of slow growth and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation.

— George Washington

True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation.

— George Washington

Truth will ultimately prevail where there are pains to bring it to light.

— George Washington

Undertake not what you cannot perform but be careful to keep your promise.

— George Washington

War - An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will.

— George Washington

We must consult our means rather than our wishes.

— George Washington

We must never despair our situation has been compromising before and it has changed for the better so I trust it will again. If difficulties arise we must put forth new exertion and proportion our efforts to the exigencies of the times.

— George Washington

We should not look back unless it is to derive useful lessons from past errors, and for the purpose of profiting by dearly bought experience.

— George Washington