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It is folly for an eminent man to think of escaping censure, and a weakness to be affected with it. read more
It is folly for an eminent man to think of escaping censure, and a weakness to be affected with it. All the illustrious persons of ;antiquity, and indeed of every age in the world, have passed through this fiery persecution.
It is possible to give without loving, but it is impossible to love without giving.
It is possible to give without loving, but it is impossible to love without giving.
The censure of those who are opposed to us, is the highest commendation that can be given us.
The censure of those who are opposed to us, is the highest commendation that can be given us.
I find that the pain of a little censure, even when it is unfounded, is more acute than the pleasure read more
I find that the pain of a little censure, even when it is unfounded, is more acute than the pleasure of much praise.
You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly read more
You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.
The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.
The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.
Do not stand on a high pedestal and take 5 cents in your hand and say, "here, my poor man", read more
Do not stand on a high pedestal and take 5 cents in your hand and say, "here, my poor man", but be grateful that the poor man is there, so by making a gift to him you are able to help yourself.It is not the reciever that is blessed, but it is the giver.Be thankful that you are allowed to exercise your power of benevolence and mercy in the world, and thus become pure and perfect.
If you wish to experience peace, provide peace for another.
If you wish to experience peace, provide peace for another.
Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness -- great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, read more
Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness -- great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy.
