Quote by John Ruskin
No lying knight or lying priest ever prospered in any age, but esp

No lying knight or lying priest ever prospered in any age, but especially not in the dark ones. Men prospered then only in following an openly declared purpose, and preaching candidly beloved and trusted creeds. – John Ruskin

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A little thought and a little kindness are often worth more than a great deal of money. – John Ruskin

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The work of science is to substitute facts for appearances, and demonstrations for impressions. – John Ruskin

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I dont feel old. I dont feel anything till noon. Thats when its time for my nap. – Bob Hope

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I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling unloved. I know that I can give love for a minute, for half an hour, for a day, for a month, but I can give. I am very happy to do that, I want to do that. – Princess Diana

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Everyone talks about age, but its not about age. Its about work ethic. Winning never gets old. – Lisa Leslie

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Age is a matter of feeling, not of years. – Washington Irving

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