A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself; and a mean man, by one lower than himself. The one produces aspiration; the other ambition, which is the way in which a vulgar man aspires.
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This quote is just one of 35 total Henry Ward Beecher quotes in our collection. Henry Ward Beecher is known for saying 'A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself; and a mean man, by one lower than himself. The one produces aspiration; the other ambition, which is the way in which a vulgar man aspires.' as well as some of the following quotes.
God asks no man whether he will accept life. That is not the choice. You must take it. The only choice is how.
I can forgive, but I cannot forget, is only another way of saying, I will not forgive. Forgiveness ought to be like a cancelled note - torn in two, and burned up, so that it never can be shown against one.
This quote is just one of 35 total Henry Ward Beecher quotes in our collection. Henry Ward Beecher is known for saying 'A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself; and a mean man, by one lower than himself. The one produces aspiration; the other ambition, which is the way in which a vulgar man aspires.' as well as some of the following quotes.