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Quote by Joseph Addison
The chief ingredients in the composition of those qualities that g

The chief ingredients in the composition of those qualities that gain esteem and praise, are good nature, truth, good sense, and good breeding. – Joseph Addison

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There is not, in my opinion, anything more mysterious in nature than this instinct in animals, which thus rise above reason, and yet fall infinitely short of it. – Joseph Addison

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I look upon all creatures equally; none are less dear to me and none more dear. But those who worship me with love live in me, and I come to life in them. – Bhagavad Gita

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Nature isnt positive in that way. It doesnt aim itself at you. Its not being unkind to you. – David Attenborough

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Custom is our nature. What are our natural principles but principles of custom? – Blaise Pascal

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