From Xenophon: “Nothing that is really good and admirable is granted by the gods to men without some effort and application.”
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Quote of the day 09/22/25
From Xenophon: “Success should never breed complacency.”
Quote of the day 09/21/25
From Xenophon: “Whatever you determine to be right, with diligence endeavour to perform.”
Quote of the day 09/20/25
From Xenophon: “For in the very nature of things, success tends to create pride and blindness in the hearts of men, while suffering teaches them to be patient and strong.”
Quote of the day 09/19/25
From Xenophon: “For I believe that the best life is lived by those who take the best care to make themselves as good as possible, and the pleasantest life by those who are most conscious that they are becoming better.”
Quote of the day 09/18/25
From Xenophon: “There is a deep—and usually frustrated—desire in the heart of everyone to act with benevolence rather than selfishness, and one fine instance of generosity can inspire dozens more.”
Quote of the day 09/17/25
From Xenophon: “Moderation in all things healthful; total abstinence from all things harmful.”
Quote of the day 09/16/25
From Xenophon: “Self-confidence should always ride side by side with a strong sense of humility.”
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