And, gracious goodness! what will become of us if the refractory sheep should get as high as the generalities of history, or the speculations of philosophy ?--if he should begin to stir important questions, to inquire into great truths, to refute sophisms, to point out abuses, to demand rights?
The shepherd's occupation is assuredly not all roses from the day he finds it necessary to muzzle his flock.
Sovereigns who are not Popes have nothing to fear from the progress of enlightenment, for their interest does not lie in the fabrication of saints, but in the making of men.

In France, England, Piedmont, and some other countries, the Governments urge, or even oblige the people to seek instruction.

This is because a power which is based on reason has no fear of being discussed.

Because the acts of a really national administration have no reason to dread the inquiry of the nation.
Because it is not only a nobler but an easier task to govern reflecting beings than mere brutes,--always supposing the Government to be in the right.

Because education softens men's manners, eradicates their evil instincts, reduces the average of crime, and simplifies the policeman's duty.