Quotes Library

April 27, 2025

A decent provision for the poor, is the true test of civilization.

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), English poet, critic, lexicographer, in James Boswell, Life of Samuel Johnson (1791) 1770, Jay p.197

Do the poor inspire compassion, or are they just annoying? Shiftless scammers?

Johnson puts it well, and simply so.

September 12, 2025

5 months ago

If men are to respect each other for what they are, they must cease to respect each other for what they own.

February 1, 2025

1 year ago

The art of leadership is saying no, not yes. It is very easy to say yes.

October 15, 2025

4 months ago

Nothing is so fleeting as the memory of benefits received.

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