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The love of economy is the root of all virtue. (George Bernard Shaw)[][]
The virtues, like the Muses, are always seen in groups. A good principle was never found solitary in any breast. (Jane Porter)[][]
When we are planning for posterity, we ought to remember that virtue is not hereditary. (Thomas Paine)[][]
Virtues are acquired through endeavor, Which rests wholly upon yourself. So, to praise others for their virtues Can but encourage one's own efforts. (Nagarjuna)[][]
Virtuous people often revenge themselves for the constraints to which they submit by the boredom which they inspire. (Gustave Le Bon)[][]
Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors. (Confucius)[][]
The superior man thinks always of virtue; the common man thinks of comfort. (Confucius)[][]
To practice five things under all circumstances constitutes perfect virtue; these five are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness, and kindness. (Confucius)[][]
Virtue is a habit of the mind, consistent with nature and moderation and reason. (Cicero)[][]
Virtue is persecuted more by the wicked than it is loved by the good. (Cervantes)[][]
Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue. (Buddha)[][]
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