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“There is no respect for others without humility in one's self.”

 

Henri-Frederic Amiel (1821-1881);
Philosopher, Poet, Critic
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“Opportunity knocks, but doesn't always answer to its name.”

 

Mason Cooley (1927-2002);
U.S. Aphorist
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“Character is higher than intellect. Thinking is the function. Living is the functionary. The stream retreats to its source. A great soul will be strong to live, as well as strong to think.”

 

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882);
Philosopher, Poet, Author, Essayist
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“Personally I do not resort to force - not even the force of law — to advance moral reforms. I prefer education, argument, persuasion, and above all the influence of example.”

 

Rutherford Hayes (1822-1893);
19th U.S. President
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“I do not think much of a man who is not wiser today than he was yesterday.”

 

Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865);
16th U.S. President
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