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In prosperity prepare for a change; in adversity hope for one.
In prosperity prepare for a change; in adversity hope for one.
Knowledge, a rude unprofitable mass, the mere materials with which wisdom builds, till smoothed and squared and fitted to its read more
Knowledge, a rude unprofitable mass, the mere materials with which wisdom builds, till smoothed and squared and fitted to its place, does but encumber whom it seems to enrich. Knowledge is proud that he has learned so much; wisdom is humble that he knows no more.
Nothing splendid was ever created in cold blood. Heat is required to forge anything. Every great accomplishment is the story read more
Nothing splendid was ever created in cold blood. Heat is required to forge anything. Every great accomplishment is the story of a flaming heart.
There is never a better measure of what a person is than what he does when he is absolutely free read more
There is never a better measure of what a person is than what he does when he is absolutely free to choose.
One forgets too easily the difference between a man and his image, and that there is none between the sound read more
One forgets too easily the difference between a man and his image, and that there is none between the sound of his voice on the screen and in real life.
Facts in books, statistics in encyclopedias, the ability to use them in men's heads.
Facts in books, statistics in encyclopedias, the ability to use them in men's heads.
Property may be destroyed and money may lose its purchasing power; but, character, health, knowledge and good judgment will always read more
Property may be destroyed and money may lose its purchasing power; but, character, health, knowledge and good judgment will always be in demand under all conditions.
Learn as though you would never be able to master it; hold it as though you would be in fear read more
Learn as though you would never be able to master it; hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it.
Experience is a dim lamp, which only lights the one who bears it.
Experience is a dim lamp, which only lights the one who bears it.
