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.

July 6, 2025

8 months ago

If you are seeking the favor of men, be careful never to give a flat refusal to anyone who makes a request of you.

November 18, 2025

3 months ago

Those whom the gods wish to destroy, they first call promising.

February 23, 2025

1 year ago

One of the greatest pieces of good fortune a man can have is the chance to make something he has done in his own

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