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Quote by Baltasar Gracian

“Let the first impulse pass, wait for the second.”

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Baltasar Gracian, born on January 8, 1601 and died on December 6, 1658, was a renowned Spanish writer, philosopher, and theologian. He is known for his profound philosophical thoughts and unique literary style. more

“Language changes. If it does not change, like Latin it dies. But we need to be aware that as our language changes, so does our theology change, particularly if we are trying to manipulate language for a specific purpose. That is what is happening with our attempts at inclusive language, which thus far have been inconclusive and unsuccessful.”

Ifs Needs Trying Doe Has Beens Purpose Dies Language Happenings Theology Latin Manipulate Unsuccessful

Author:Madeleine L'Engle

“To refuse to respond is in itself a response.”

Silence Response Refuse

Book:A Circle of Quiet

Source: A Circle of Quiet

“I can't think of one great human being in the arts, or in history generally, who conformed, who succeeded, as education experts tell us children must succeed, with his peer group.”

Thinking Humans Children Art I Can Success Human Beings Groups Succeed Experts Peers Peer Group

Book:A Circle of Quiet

Source: A Circle of Quiet

“During the long drag of years before our youngest child went to school, my love for my family and my need to write were in acute conflict. The problem was really that I put two things first. My husband and children came first. So did my writing. Bump.”

Needs Writing Years Firsts Children Long Two Problem School Husband Conflict My Family Two Things My Husband Drag Bumps Youngest Child

Book:A Circle of Quiet

Source: A Circle of Quiet

“... nothing loved is ever lost or perished.”

Lost

Book:A Ring of Endless Light: The Austin Family Chronicles

Source: A Ring of Endless Light: The Austin Family Chronicles

Quote by Baltasar Gracian

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