To the generous mind the heaviest debt is that of gratitude, when it is not in our power to repay it.
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He that would fish, must venture his bait.
Interpretation
What this quote means
To achieve your goals, you must take risks and make efforts.
This quote by Benjamin Franklin suggests that in order to attain what you desire, you must be willing to take risks and put yourself in a position to be vulnerable. Just as a fisherman must cast their bait into the water to catch fish, individuals must also venture outside their comfort zones to pursue opportunities and achieve success.
Themes
RiskEffortOpportunityActionSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for encouraging students to take chances in their educational pursuits.
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[E]very Man who comes among us, and takes up a piece of Land, becomes a Citizen, and by our Constitution has a Voice in Elections, and a share in the Government of the Country.
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Our Constitution is in actual operation; everything appears to promise that it will last; but in this world nothing is certain but death and taxes.
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Let honesty and industry be thy constant companions, and spend one penny less than thy clear gains; then shall thy pocket begin to thrive; creditors will not insult, nor want oppress, nor hungerness bite, nor nakedness freeze thee
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I think that a young state, like a young virgin, should modestly stay at home, and wait the application of suitors for an alliance with her; and not run about offering her amity to all the world; and hazarding their refusal. Our virgin is a jolly one; and tho at present not very rich, will in time be a great fortune, and where she has a favorable predisposition, it seems to me well worth cultivating.
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