George Fox

Quaker Founder English 1624 – 1691

Founder of Society of Friends; emphasized inner light.

385 quotes

"Grievous and sore are the afflictions of the righteous."
Perseverance
"The Lord's presence is a refuge to the troubled."
Hope
"In every circumstance, seek the Light within."
Wisdom
"The gospel must be preached to every creature."
Inspiration
"Justice must be rooted in mercy and compassion."
Justice
"No man can be truly free until his conscience is free."
Freedom
"The Spirit of the Lord is over all."
Faith
"Adversity is the school of the soul."
Perseverance
"Speak truth at all costs, yet with love."
Truth
"The love of God constrains us to all righteousness."
Love
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness."
Hope
"Time is precious; waste it not in idle pursuits."
Time
"Every human being contains a spark of the divine."
Faith
"The kingdom of heaven is within you."
Faith
"Plant seeds of kindness; they shall grow and flourish."
Kindness
"The wicked shall not inherit the kingdom of heaven."
Truth
"Patience is the virtue that strengthens the soul."
Patience
"In the midst of darkness, light shall shine forth."
Hope
"Fear not what man can do unto thee."
Courage
"The love of money is the root of all evil."
Wisdom
"Children are to be taught in the ways of truth from their youth."
Education
"All labors are honorable when done with integrity."
Work
"The seed of Abraham shall be as stars in the sky."
Hope
"Deceive not thyself nor thy neighbor."
Truth
"The fruits of the spirit are love, joy, and peace."
Happiness
"Authority without righteousness is tyranny."
Justice
"Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness."
Faith
"The humble shall be exalted in the end."
Wisdom
"Great powers are given to those who deny themselves."
Strength
"The light that dwelleth in thee shall guide thy path."
Hope