Inspirational Quotes, Motivational Sayings, and Wise Words for Daily Inspiration

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Time is the most subtle yet the most insatiable of depredators, and by appearing to take nothing is permitted to take all; nor can it be satisfied until it has stolen the world from us, and us from the world. It constantly flies, yet overcomes all things by flight; and although it is the present ally, it will be the future conqueror of death.

Charles Caleb Colton's Popular Quotes

It is better to have wisdom without learning than learning without wisdom.

- Charles Caleb Colton

Sometimes the greatest adversities turn out to be the greatest blessings.

- Charles Caleb Colton

A fool is often as dangerous to deal with as a knave, and always more incorrigible.

- Charles Caleb Colton

True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it is lost.

- Charles Caleb Colton

A hug is worth a thousand words.

- Charles Caleb Colton

It is best, if possible, to deceive no one; for he that ... begins by deceiving others, will end ... by deceiving himself.

- Charles Caleb Colton

If merited, no courage can stand against its just indignation.

- Charles Caleb Colton

For one man who sincerely pities our misfortunes, there are a thousand who sincerely hate our success.

- Charles Caleb Colton

Silence is less injurious than a weak reply.

- Charles Caleb Colton