"Simplicity is oftenest an adroit pretence."

-- Anne-Therese de Marguenat de Courcelles

#Simplicity Quotes #Pretence Quotes

“You can't judge an internal injury by the size of the hole.”
“A lot of men in politics suddenly woke up to the issue of women in politics when they realised: hey, there are votes in this!”
“there are few things that are more endearing than the grace of listening with attention; indeed, it is more than endearing, it is impressive - for no one knows what wisdom lies concealed in silence!”
“I beseech you, in the bowels of Christ, think it possible you may be mistaken.”

Source : Letter to General Assembly of the Kirk of Scotland, 3 Aug. 1650 See Hand 10
“Every man must take time daily for quiet and meditation. In daily meditation lies the secret of power.”

Source : H. Emilie Cady (2016). “LESSONS IN TRUTH - A Course of Twelve Lessons in Practical Christianity: How to Enhance Your Confidence and Your Inner Power & How to Improve Your Spiritual Development”, p.6, e-artnow
“One who loves Krishna will give Him whatever He wants, and he avoids offering anything which is undesirable or unasked for. Thus, meat, fish and eggs should not be offered to Krishna...Vegetables, grains, fruits, milk and water are the proper foods for human beings and are prescribed by Lord Krishna Himself. Whatever else you eat, can not be offered to Him, since He will not accept it.”
“Let us make hay while the sun shines.”
“Few artists are able to accurately assess just how valuable and great their work is - or how much it will be appreciated by its audience. In other words, insecurity is the name of the game.”

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