It is not work that kills men; it is worry. Work is healthy; you can hard put more upon a man than he can bear. Worry is rust upon the blade. It is not the revolution that destroys the machinery, but the friction.
HENRY WARD BEECHERWhat I spent, I had; What I kept, I lost; What I gave, I have.
More Henry Ward Beecher Quotes
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The worst thing in this world, next to anarchy, is government.
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Downright admonition, as a rule, is too blunt for the recipient.
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Find out what your temptations are, and you will find out largely what you are yourself.
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All men are tempted. There is no man that lives that can’t be broken down, provided it is the right temptation, put in the right spot.
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True obedience is true freedom.
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Love is the river of life in this world.
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There is no liberty to men who know not how to govern themselves.
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Beauty may be said to be God’s trademark in creation.
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Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of you. Never excuse yourself.
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It is defeat that turns bone to flint; it is defeat that turns gristle to muscle; it is defeat that makes men invincible. Do not then be afraid of defeat. You are never so near to victory as when defeated in a good cause.
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It is not merely cruelty that leads men to love war, it is excitement.
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The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy.
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The first hour of the morning is the rudder of the day.
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To do good work a man should no doubt be industrious. To do great work he must certainly be idle a well.
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Do not be afraid of defeat. You are never so near victory as when you are defeated in a good cause.
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