Quote #2082
Philanthropy is the refuge of rich people who wish to annoy their fellow creatures.
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To receive applause for works which do not demand all our powers hinders our...
Quote #7376
Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labour the body.
Quote #8740
There is no avoiding war; it can only be postponed to the advantage of...
Quote #28419
It’s true that every time you hear a bell, an angel gets his wings....
Quote #15161
Our repeated failure to fully act as we would wish must not discourage us....
Quote #17871
It is noble to teach oneself, but still nobler to teach others–and less trouble....
Quote #15466
The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love...
Quote #4217
Reason is immortal, all else mortal.
Quote #2822
Nobody ever committed suicide while reading a good book, but many have while trying...