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First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak.

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First mend yourself, and then mend others.

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First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.

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For prayer is nothing else than being on terms of friendship with God.

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For some not to be martyrs is martyrdom indeed.

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For the birds that cannot soar, God has provided low branches.

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For the sake of peace one may lie, but peace itself should never be a lie.

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Is there life before death?

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I am prepared to meet anyone, but whether anyone is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter.

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Fortune is a giver and a taker.

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