American people were encouraged to gain their independence from Great Britain by this great man. Thomas Paine was known for his persuasive language that spoke clearly to the common people. This collection of Thomas Paine Common Sense quotes includes some of the most notable quotes from his famous pamphlets everyone should have heard of.

Best Quotes from Common Sense by Thomas Paine

1

Know what is right and wrong.

2

Learn from history.

3

Be wise with what you believe.

4

He envisioned an independence that would bring about more peace.

5

He encouraged the people to defend themselves.

6

The thoughts of the whole could change the course of history better than one lone man.

7

Great Britain was the leading country at that time.

8

What brings down a society?

9

He encouraged the people to want independence.

10

Most had little to lose but much to gain.

11

He used simple language to resonate with the people.

12

Everyone is entitled to their own rights.

13

Is it?

14

What about your country?

15

He wanted a free society but discouraged a formal government.

16

You cannot argue with someone who is unreasonable.

17

A little hard to understand?

18

What you believe in is what you become.

19

He wanted to pave a brighter future for generations to come.

20

Reason vs. ignorance.

21

What's the nature of religion?

22

Plan for posterity? Pay attention...

23

Every man must look out for the other.

24

Your character is everything.

25

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