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Thomas Carlyle Quotes

To reform a world, to reform a nation, no wise man will undertake; and all but foolish men know, that the only solid, though a far slower reformation, is what each begins and perfects on himself.
Thomas Carlyle

Biography

Author Profession: Philosopher
Nationality: Scottish
Born: December 4, 1795
Died: February 5, 1881

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A loving heart is the beginning of all knowledge.
Thomas Carlyle

He who has health, has hope; and he who has hope, has everything.
Thomas Carlyle

No pressure, no diamonds.
Thomas Carlyle

It is the heart always that sees, before the head can see.
Thomas Carlyle

Not what I have, but what I do is my kingdom.
Thomas Carlyle

Work alone is noble.
Thomas Carlyle

Let each become all that he was created capable of being.
Thomas Carlyle

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