Quote by William James
There must be something solemn, serious, and tender about any atti

There must be something solemn, serious, and tender about any attitude which we denominate religious. If glad, it must not grin or snicker if sad, it must not scream or curse. – William James

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No matter how full a reservoir of maxims one may possess, and no matter how good ones sentiments may be, if one has not taken advantage of every concrete opportunity to act, ones character may remain entirely unaffected for the better. – William James

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In 1977, at least, he wished to have people believe that he shared and was proud of an attitude toward women that is not acceptable in a politician. In 2003, all he has said is that he doesnt remember the interview. – Michael Kinsley

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I think, what has this day brought me, and what have I given it? – Henry Moore

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Feeling without judgement is a washy draught indeed; but judgement untempered by feeling is too bitter and husky a morsel for human deglutition. – Charlotte Bronte

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At home in Ireland, theres a habit of avoidance, an ironical attitude towards the authority figure. – Seamus Heaney

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