It's amazing how profound Jefferson was, he had a strong, relevant voice regarding countless topics. I'd have to say that the two quotations that 'moved' me the most were:
1816 January 6. (to Charles Yancey) "If a nation expects to be ignorant & free, in a state of civilisation, it expects what never was & never will be."[7]
(The quote reminds me of my favorite quote by Albert Einstein: " Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results")
1790 April 4. (to Martha Jefferson Randolph) "Do not neglect your music. It will be a companion which will sweeten many hours of life to you."[10]
(I was drawn to this one simply because I love music and believe in the healing power TJ spoke of regarding its presence in life.)
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