May Quotes

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I had many friends to help me to fall; but as to rising again, I was so much left to myself, that I wonder now… — Teresa of Avila
I have often thought with wonder of the great goodness of God; and my soul has rejoiced in the contemplation of His great magnificence and… — Teresa of Avila
If I should say anything that is not in conformity with what is held by the Holy Roman Catholic Church, it will be through ignorance… — Teresa of Avila
Nothing can be compared to the great beauty and capabilities of a soul; however keen our intellects may be, they are as unable to comprehend… — Teresa of Avila
The custom of speaking to God Almighty as freely as with a slave - caring nothing whether the words are suitable or not, but simply… — Teresa of Avila
The public character of every public servant is legitimate subject of discussion, and his fitness or unfitness for office may be fairly canvassed by any… — Charles Babbage
A person who has sympathy for mankind in the lump, faith in its future progress, and desire to serve the great cause of this progress,… — Irving Babbitt
Property may be destroyed and money may lose its purchasing power; but, character, health, knowledge and good judgement will always be in demand under all… — Roger Babson
You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however. — Richard Bach
Knowing when to leave may be the smartest thing anyone can learn. — Burt Bacharach
I think you may see again a rise at the federal government level for a - a call for the federal constitutional amendment, because people… — Michele Bachmann
Young gentlemen, who are to display their knowledge to the world, should have every motive of emulation, should be formed into regular classes, should read… — Anna Letitia Barbauld
Good fame is like fire; when you have kindled you may easily preserve it; but if you extinguish it, you will not easily kindle it… — Francis Bacon
In marriage there are no manners to keep up, and beneath the wildest accusations no real criticism. Each is familiar with that ancient child in… — Enid Bagnold
Don't try to make children grow up to be like you, or they may do it. — Russell Baker
Caution: These verses may be hazardous to your solemnity. — Russell Baker
But I recognize no infallible authority, even in special questions; consequently, whatever respect I may have for the honesty and the sincerity of such or… — Mikhail Bakunin
May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. — Edward Abbey
It is my intention to present - through the medium of photography - intuitive observations of the natural world which may have meaning to the… — Ansel Adams
It may not always be easy, convenient, or politically correct to stand for truth and right, but it is the right thing to do. Always. — M. Russell Ballard

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