To be able to dispense with good things is tantamount to possessing them.
—Jean-Francois Regnard
Topics: Blessings, Appreciation, Gratitude
It is in great dangers that we see great courage.
—Jean-Francois Regnard
Topics: Bravery, Danger, Courage
To know how to dispense with things is to possess them.
—Jean-Francois Regnard
Topics: Discipline
It is amidst great perils we see brave hearts.
—Jean-Francois Regnard
Topics: Courage, Bravery
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