Let reverence for the laws, be breathed by every American mother, to the lisping babe, that prattles on her lap -- let it be taught in schools, in seminaries, and in colleges; let it be written in Primers, spelling books, and in Almanacs; -- let it be preached from the pulpit, proclaimed in legislative halls, and enforced in courts of justice. And, in short, let it become the political religion of the nation; and let the old and the young, the rich and the poor, the grave and the gay, of all sexes and tongues, and colors and conditions, sacrifice unceasingly upon its altars.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of respect for the laws in American society. It argues that this reverence should be instilled in every American, starting from a young age, so that it becomes a fundamental part of their values and beliefs. The quote suggests that this respect for the law should be ingrained in educational systems, religious institutions, and legal proceedings, to the extent that it becomes a kind of political religion. The quote promotes the notion that everyone, regardless of their background, should continuously uphold and uphold the laws of the nation.

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