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Quote by David Hume
A man acquainted with history may, in some respect, be said to hav

A man acquainted with history may, in some respect, be said to have lived from the beginning of the world, and to have been making continual additions to his stock of knowledge in every century. – David Hume

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A purpose, an intention, a design, strikes everywhere even the careless, the most stupid thinker. – David Hume

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Scholastic learning and polemical divinity retarded the growth of all true knowledge. – David Hume

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This is one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind. – Neil Armstrong

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Numerous politicians have seized absolute power and muzzled the press. Never in history has the press seized absolute power and muzzled the politicians. – David Brinkley

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History is filled with tragic examples of wars that result from diplomatic impasse. Whether in our local communities or in international relations, the skillful use of our communicative capacities to negotiate and resolve differences is the first evidence of human wisdom. – Daisaku Ikeda

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It took a while for me to grasp that my colleagues believe I have made an impact on the history of cinema. – Conrad Hall

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They have hijacked my religion. – Cat Stevens

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To laugh is human but to moo is bovine. – Author Unknown

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When life hands you a lemon, say, “Oh yeah, I like lemons! What else ya got?” – Henry Rollins

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