The combat of life is greater than every other earthly combat.
-Plato
Quotations
Life
Most of the luxuries and many of the so-called comforts of life, are not only not indispensable, but positive hindrances to the elevation of mankind.
-Henry David Thoreau "Henry David Thoreau"
People no longer try to decipher the mystery of life but choose instead to be a part of it.
-Paulo Coelho
"The Witch Of Portobello"
Those who see all creatures within themselves, and themselves in all creatures know no fear. Those who see all creatures in themselves, and themselves in all creatures know no grief. How can the multiplicity of life, delude the one who sees its unity?
-Isha Upanishad "Isha Upanishad 6-7"
Learning is retained through putting into practice; family prestige is maintained through good behavior; a respectable person is recognised by his excellent qualities; and anger is seen in the eyes.
-Chanakya "Chanakya"
The life we’re given is on a thread, so wear it well.
-Benny Bellamacina
"The king of Rhyme"
You can get all A's and still flunk life.
-Walker Percy
"The Second Coming"
Slow down and enjoy life. It's not only the scenery you miss by going too fast - you also miss the sense of where you are going and why.
-Eddie Cantor
When you feel life at crossroads, you need a higher perspective view.
-Toba Beta "My Ancestor was an Ancient Astronaut"
Life is nothing but a competition to be the criminal rather than the victim.
-Bertrand Russell
