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Quote by Ivan Turgenev
Who among us has the strength to oppose petty egoism, those petty

Who among us has the strength to oppose petty egoism, those petty good feelings, pity and remorse? – Ivan Turgenev

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In days of doubt, in days of dreary musings on my countrys fate, you alone are my comfort and support, oh great, powerful, righteous, and free Russian language! – Ivan Turgenev

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Nature creates while destroying, and doesnt care whether it creates or destroys as long as life isnt extinguished, as long as death doesnt lose its rights. – Ivan Turgenev

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To desire and expect nothing for oneself and to have profound sympathy for others is genuine holiness. – Ivan Turgenev

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