We would often be sorry if our wishes we... by Aesop | We Heart Quotes

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We would often be sorry if our wishes were gratified.

- Aesop

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Birds

It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.

- Aesop

Poor Worth

Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.

- Aesop

It is easy to be brave from a safe distance.

- Aesop

People

People often grudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves.

- Aesop

United

United we stand, divided we fall.

- Aesop

It is in vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray.

- Aesop

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Force and mind are opposites; morality ends where a gun begins.

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