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He who reigns within himself and rules passions, desires, and fears is more than a king.

~John Milton

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The mind is its own place and in itself, can make a Heaven of Hell, a Hell of Heaven.

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A good book is the precious lifeblood of a master spirit.

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Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies, those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life and the world.

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To be blind is not miserable; not to be able to bear blindness, that is miserable.

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Nothing profits more than self-esteem, grounded on what is just and right.

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The stars, that nature hung in heaven, and filled their lamps with everlasting oil, give due light to the misled and lonely traveller.

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He that studieth revenge keepeth his own wounds green, which otherwise would heal and do well.

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Though we take from a covetous man all his treasure, he has yet one jewel left; you cannot bereave him of his covetousness.

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Better to reign in hell than serve in heaven.

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Biography

Nationality: English

Type: Poet

Born: December 9th, 1608

Died: November 8th, 1674

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