Quote #147
The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.
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- The only stable state is the one in which all men are equal before the law.
- The secret to humor is surprise.
- The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching.
- The soul never thinks without a picture.
- The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control, and outnumbers both of the other classes.
- The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival.
- The more thou dost advance, the more thy feet pitfalls will meet. The Path that leadeth on is lighted by one fire- the light of daring burn…
- The virtue of justice consists in moderation, as regulated by wisdom.