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Whether the aim is in heaven or on earth, wisdom or wealth, the es

Whether the aim is in heaven or on earth, wisdom or wealth, the essential condition of its pursuit and attainment is always security and order. – Johan Huizinga

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An aristocratic culture does not advertise its emotions. In its forms of expression it is sober and reserved. Its general attitude is stoic. – Johan Huizinga

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Attitude
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Johan Huizinga
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In Europe art has to a large degree taken the place of religion. In America it seems rather to be science. – Johan Huizinga

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Religion
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To keep your secret is wisdom but to expect others to keep it is folly. – Samuel Johnson

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Wisdom

The greatest obstacle to being heroic is the doubt whether one may not be going to prove ones self a fool the truest heroism is to resist the doubt and the profoundest wisdom, to know when it ought to be resisted, and when it be obeyed. – Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Wisdom

Rightly defined philosophy is simply the love of wisdom. – Marcus Tullius Cicero

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Wisdom

Id rather regret the things Ive done than regret the things I havent done. – Lucille Ball

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No, but Ive always felt that with true talent, and a commitment to hard work, it is possible to achieve an enduring respect and appreciation. In other words, I dont take my fans for granted. – John Fogerty

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