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He who does not value life does not deserve it.

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For, verily, great love springs from great knowledge of the beloved object, and if you little know it, you will be able to love it only little or not ...more

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Fine gold is recognized when it is tested.

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I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrin...more

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No counsel is more sincere than that given on ships which are in danger.

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Nothing should be so greatly feared as empty fame.

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You can have no dominion greater or less than that over yourself.