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Quote by Sydney Smith

“How can a bishop marry? How can he flirt? The most he can say is "I will see you in the vestry after service."”

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Sydney Smith was a British writer celebrated for his wit and humor. Born on June 3, 1771, he was a prominent figure in the literary world of his time. His writing spanned various genres, including essays, letters, and poetry. Smith was a regular contributor to The Edinburgh Review and The Edinburgh Magazine, where his insightful and witty prose was highly esteemed. He passed away on February 22, 1845, leaving behind a rich literary legacy. more

“Exercising during the cold and flu season will help people stay in shape, and most likely fight off colds or reduce the number of days a person is ill. The cold season should not be an excuse for the average person to refrain from exercising - working out at the gym, a brisk walk in the park or a jog through the neighborhood.”

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Author:Michael Flynn

“Solitude cherishes great virtues and destroys little ones.”

Littles Virtue Solitude Cherish

Book:Elementary Sketches of Moral Philosophy, Delivered at the Royal Institution, in the Years 1804, 1805, and 1806 by the Late Rev. Sydney Smith, M.A

Source: Elementary Sketches of Moral Philosophy, Delivered at the Royal Institution, in the Years 1804, 1805, and 1806 by the Late Rev. Sydney Smith, M.A

“Passion and prejudice govern the world; only under the name of reason.”

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Book:The Works of the Rev. John Wesley: Tracts and letters on various subjects

Source: The Works of the Rev. John Wesley: Tracts and letters on various subjects

“The brighter you are, the more you have to learn.”

Learning Perspective Intelligent Intelligence Brighter Brightness

Book:There ought to be a law--

Source: There ought to be a law--

“Beauty is but the sensible image of the infinite. Like truth and justice, it lives within us; like virtue and the moral law, it is a companion of the soul.”

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Author:George Bancroft

“Here is the basic rule for winning success. Let's mark it in the mind and remember it. The rule is: Success depends on the support of other people. The only hurdle between you and what you want to be in is the support of other people.”