"The first thing brought forth by the study of any religion, ancient or modern, is that it is based upon Fear, born of it, fed by it â€” and that it cultivates the source from which its nourishment is derived."

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Source : Upton Sinclair (2005). “The Profits of Religion”, p.24, Cosimo, Inc.

Upton Sinclair

#Firsts Quotes #Study Quotes #Ancient Quotes

“For an interest to be rewarding, one must pay in discipline and dedication, especially though the difficult or boring stages which are inevitably encountered.”
“..Washington, where the human rights of terrorists are often given high priority. And I am certain liberal politicians would defend their position to the death. Because everyone knows liberals have never been wrong about anything. You can ask them. Anytime.”

Source : Marcus Luttrell, Patrick Robinson (2010). “Lone Survivor: The Incredible True Story of Navy SEALs Under Siege”, p.25, Hachette UK
“The history of architecture is the history of the struggle for light.”
“Winners do what losers don't want to do.”
“Little boys are a ton of fun.”
“I believe a No. 1 song starts happening when it's believable and validating.”
“I know not which I love the most, Nor which the comeliest shows, The timid, bashful violet Or the royal-hearted rose: The pansy in purple dress, The pink with cheek of red, Or the faint, fair heliotrope, who hangs, Like a bashful maid her head.”

Source : Phoebe Cary, Mary Clemmer (1876). “The Poetical Works of Alice and Phoebe Cary”
“A mantra is like meeting the Buddha or Bodhisattva himself.”

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