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“Aristocracy is that form of government in which education and…” quote by Aristotle — Download Open image

“Aristocracy is that form of government in which education and discipline are qualifications for suffrage and office holding.”

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The body is at its best between the ages of thirty and thirty-five; the mind is at its best about the age of forty-nine.

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All men by nature desire to know.

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All persons ought to endeavor to follow what is right, and not what is established.

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The man who confers a favour would rather not be repaid in the same coin.

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Obstinate people can be divided into the opinionated, the ignorant, and the boorish.

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Your best friends are your principles, if you havent them, dont look for another friend.

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A strong saying is not afraid of criticism, because it includes all the answers to criticism.

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We stand a better chance with aristocracy, whether hereditary or elective, than with monarchy.

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