Lost wealth may be replaced by industry, lost knowledge by study, lost health by temperance or medicine, but lost time is gone forever.
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Admiration of great men, living or dead, naturally evokes imitation of them in a greater or less degree.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We are inspired to emulate those we admire, whether they are alive or deceased.
This quote by Samuel Smiles emphasizes the influence that great individuals have on our lives. When we admire the qualities, achievements, or character of remarkable people, it inspires us to aspire to similar standards, leading us to adopt behaviors or values that reflect their greatness, which can be a driving force for personal development and success.
Themes
AdmirationImitationGreatnessInfluenceAspiration
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a motivational speech about personal development.
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