True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to appellation.
GEORGE WASHINGTONI hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.
More George Washington Quotes
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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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There is nothing which can better deserve our patronage than the promotion of science and literature. Knowledge is in every country the surest basis of public happiness.
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Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.
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The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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No punishment, in my opinion, is to great, for the man who can build his greatness upon his country’s ruin.
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One of the expedients of party to acquire influence, within particular districts, is to misrepresent the opinions and aims of other districts.
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Religion is a byproduct of fear.
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To persevere in one’s duty, and be silent is the best answer to calumny.
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To the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.
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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.
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Make sure you are doing what God wants you to do – then do it with all your strength.
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My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from my mom.
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