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Light troubles speak; the weighty are struck dumb.

Posted on 23 November 2013 by philosiblog

Light troubles speak; the weighty are struck dumb. – Seneca What does that mean? In the play, the speaker has a great desire, but cannot bring themselves to speak of it. It is in this pained situation that the quote was … Continue reading →

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Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.

Posted on 15 January 2013 by philosiblog

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. – Martin Luther King Jr. What does that mean? To me, this quote is about a fundamental truth of the universe, and … Continue reading →

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At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person.

Posted on 14 January 2013 by philosiblog

At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. – Albert Schweitzer What does that mean? This is another quote which has been shortened for twitter. A more complete version of the quote … Continue reading →

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A spark of fire helps to give light to the world. Think of this and act. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of service.

Posted on 15 June 2012 by philosiblog

A spark of fire helps to give light to the world. Think of this and act. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of service. – Hannah Moore What does that mean? This quote is a central point … Continue reading →

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Dream. Let nothing dim the light that shines within you.

Posted on 30 March 2012 by philosiblog

Dream. Let nothing dim the light that shines within you. – Maya Angelou What does that mean? To me, this quote says that we all have an inner light, a dream, within us. This is something important for each of us to know, nurture, and empower. What is a dream, … Continue reading →

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