(911 quotes found)
“A lowly virtue whereby mediocrity achieves a glorious success.”
Ambrose Bierce
“UGLINESS, n. A gift of the gods to certain women, entailing virtue without humility.”
“Crimes, like virtues, are their own rewards”
George Farquhar
“Virtue in this world should be malleable.”
Moliere
“Birth is nothing where virtue is not”
“Virtues neglected then, adored become,And graces slighted, blossom on the tomb.”
George Crabbe
“Genius and virtue are to be more often found clothed in gray than in peacock bright.”
Van Wyck Brooks
“We think there is virtue in letting customers act on a voluntary nature in terms of renewable energy. We think it makes more economic sense than a state-mandated Renewable Portfolio Standard, which could end up being more expensive for the consumer.”
Daniel Bishop
“I think Senator McCain, by virtue of our longtime association, understands that I ... will be an independent voice for reform in Washington, D.C. He could use more like-minded people to help him.”
Mike McGavick
“It is love alone that gives worth to all things”
St. Teresa of Avila