Andre Gide's Quote - It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, tha

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It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, tha

It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace. – Andre Gide

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Be faithful to that which exists within yourself. – Andre Gide

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Sadness is almost never anything but a form of fatigue. – Andre Gide

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Complete possession is proved only by giving. All you are unable to give possesses you. – Andre Gide

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