Firsts Quotes

20399 Firsts quotes by 9251 unique authors

Of the first philosophers, then, most thought the principles which were of the nature of matter were the only principles of all things. That of… — Mary Hunter Austin
The first precept in Buddhism is "Do not kill." This precept is not merely a legalistic prohibition, but a realization of our affinity with all… — Unknown Author
When it comes to physicians there is a common thread that is a major barrier to solving our concerns. We are divided. The result is… — Brian Day
It is impossible not to feel stirred at the thought of the emotions of man at certain historic moments of adventure and discovery - Columbus… — Alfred North Whitehead
At first a small line of inconceivable splendour emerged on the horizon, which, quickly expanding, the sun appeared in all of his glory, unveiling the… — Ann Radcliffe
Adventures don't begin until you get into the forest. That first step is an act of faith. — Mickey Hart
One appreciates that daily life is really good when one wakes from a horrible dream, or when one takes the first outing after a sickness.… — William Lyon Phelps
Some atheists are quite explicit that their atheism comes first. One of the most famous is Richard Lewontin, a professor of genetics, who said it… — John Lennox
As far as I can tell from studying the scriptures, all you do in heaven is pretty much just sit around all day and praise… — Rick Reynolds
Understanding God is not attained by calling into session all arguments for and against Him, in order to debate whether He is a reality or… — Abraham Joshua Heschel
Is it fair to be suspicious of an entire profession because of a few bad apples? There are at least two important differences, it seems… — Carl Sagan
It wasn't love at first sight. It took a full five minutes. — Lucille Ball
Whether it's a friendly match, or for points, or a final, or any game - I play the same. I'm always trying to be my… — Lionel Messi
I think sports gave me the first place where this awkward girl could feel comfortable in my own skin. I think that's true for a… — Teri McKeever
The triumph can't be had without the struggle. And I know what struggle is. I have spent a lifetime trying to share what it has… — Wilma Rudolph
You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. — Martin Luther King, Jr.
It was my fear of failure that first kept me from attempting the master work. Now, I'm beginning what I could have started ten years… — Paulo Coelho
Delaying gratification is a process of scheduling the pain and pleasure of life in such a way as to enhance the pleasure by meeting and… — M. Scott Peck
If at first you don't succeed, try, try, try again. — Unknown Author
Many a man owes his success to his first wife and his second wife to his success. — Jim Backus
If at first you don't succeed, lie, lie again. — Laurence J. Peter
First, accept sadness. Realize that without losing, winning isn't so great — Alyssa Milano
The worst things in history have happened when people stop thinking for themselves, especially when they allow themselves to be influenced by negative people. That's… — Donald Trump
Ashton jumped in and said, 'I want you to know that I don't take coming into childrens lives lightly'. That was within the first couple… — Demi Moore
Ma-ma does everything for the baby, who responds by saying Da-da first. — Mignon McLaughlin

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