Give and take Quote by Marcus Aurelius

“Give what thou wilt, and take away what thou wilt, saith he that is well taught and truly modest, to Him that gives, and…

— Marcus Aurelius

“Give, O Lord, what Thou commandest, and then command what Thou wilt.”

— Augustine of Hippo

Give what thou canst, without Thee we are poor; And with Thee rich, take what Thou wilt away.

— William Cowper

Grant what Thou commandest, and command what Thou wilt.

— Saint Augustine

Lord God, I thank Thee that Thou hast been pleased to make me a poor and indigent man upon earth. I have neither house…

— Martin Luther

Grant what thou commandest and then command what thou wilt.

— Saint Augustine

O Lord, Thou knowest that which is best for us; let this or that be done, as Thou shalt please. Give what Thou wilt,…

— Thomas a Kempis

When thou receivest praise, take it indifferently, and return it to God, the giver of the gift, or blesser of the action.

— Jeremy Taylor

When thou choosest a wife, think not only of thyself, but of those God may give thee of her, that they reproach thee not…

— Martin Farquhar Tupper

The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, as it pleases him, for he can do all things.

— Homer

“Do what Thou wilt! Yes, only do What seemeth good to Thee; Thou art so loving, wise, and true, It must be best for…

— Frances Ridley Havergal

“Strength, and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue…

— Isabella Mary Beeton