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But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.
But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth.
Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.
I ask you to be citizens. Citizens, not spectators; citizens, not subjects; responsible citizens, building communities of service and a nation of character.
Compassion is the work of a nation, not just a government.
If you’re tired of arguing with strangers on the internet, try to talk with one in real life. If something needs fixing, lace up your shoes and do some organizing. If you’re disappointed by your elected officials, grab a clipboard, get some signatures, and run for office yourself.
Our Constitution is a remarkable, beautiful gift. But it’s really just a piece of parchment. It has no power on its own. We, the people, give it power—with our participation, and the choices we make.
He was a man, take him for all in all, I shall not look upon his like again.
The time is out of joint. O cursed spite, That ever I was born to set it right.
We know what we are, but know not what we may be.
She was a woman of mean understanding, little information, and uncertain temper. When she was discontented she fancied herself nervous. The business of her life was to get her daughters married; its solace was visiting and news.
There are few people whom I really love, and still fewer of whom I think well. The more I see of the world, the more am I dissatisfied with it
There is a stubbornness about me that never can bear to be frightened at the will of others. My courage always rises with every attempt to intimidate me.
