Quote by Sydney Smith
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Have the courage to be ignorant of a great number of things, in order to avoid the calamity of being ignorant of everything. – Sydney Smith

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Life is to be fortified by many friendships. To love and to be loved is the greatest happiness of existence. – Sydney Smith

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A comfortable house is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience. – Sydney Smith

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A great deal of talent is lost to the world for want of a little courage. Every day sends to their graves obscure men whose timidity prevented them from making a first effort. – Sydney Smith

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A member must say that he is a member of the Unification Church and that he is the follower of Sun Myung Moon. If he doesnt have the courage to say it, he is not worthy of me. – Sun Myung Moon

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Grave was the man in years, in looks, in word, his locks were grey, yet was his courage green. – Torquato Tasso

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I think the moments that are difficult for anybody are when you see what your life could be, if only you had the courage to take the steps needed. – John Slattery

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I want to find the candidates who understand the principles of American exceptionalism and have the character, the courage, and the confidence to actually lead the greatest nation in the world. – Jim DeMint

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Nonetheless, do I have respect for people who believe in the hereafter? Of course I do. I might add, perhaps even a touch of envy too, because of the solace. – Studs Terkel

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