Quote by George Eliot
The only failure one should fear, is not hugging to the purpose th

The only failure one should fear, is not hugging to the purpose they see as best. – George Eliot

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More helpful than all wisdom is one draught of simple human pity that will not forsake us. – George Eliot

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Genius at first is little more than a great capacity for receiving discipline. – George Eliot

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But curb thou the high spirit in thy breast, for gentle ways are best, and keep aloof from sharp contentions. – Homer

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For Forms of Government let fools contest whatever is best administered is best. – Alexander Pope

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