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Quote by Ambrose Bierce
PROPHECY, n. The art and practice of selling ones credibility for

PROPHECY, n. The art and practice of selling ones credibility for future delivery. – Ambrose Bierce

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As a man is, so he sees. As the eye is formed, such are its powers. – William Blake

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The road winds up the hill to meet the height; Beyond the locust hedge it curves from sight — And yet no man would foolishly contend. That where he sees it not, it makes an end. – Emma Carleton

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When the sun rises, do you not see a round disc of fire somewhat like a guinea? O no, no, I see an innumerable company of the heavenly host crying Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord God Almighty. – William Blake

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Envisioning the end is enough to put the means in motion. – Dorothea Brande

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