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1a0ebf1 "The 7 Secrets of Happiness 1. Think positively. 2. Do work you love. 3. Avoid anger. 4. Give generously. 5. Be grateful. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
09954fd "When I am around old people, they think I am too foolish. When I am around young people, they think I am too intelligent. When I am around learned people, they think I am too simple. When I am around educated people, they think I am too wise. When I am around proud people, they think I am too weak. When I am around mighty people, they think I am too meek. When I am around cowardly people, they think I am too reckless. When I am around bold people, they think I am too brave. When I am around modest people, they think I am too arrogant. When I am around eminent people, they think I am too humble. When I am around virtuous people, they think I am too complacent. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
fe7b1ab "They have opinions, but no facts; assumptions, but no proof; information, but no reason; arguments, but no evidence; beliefs, but no wisdom; counsel, but no guidance; pleasures, but no peace; luxuries, but no comfort; toys, but no amusement; laughter, but no peace; entertainment, but no bliss; and recreation, but no happiness. They also have charm, but no integrity; eloquence, but no logic; knowledge, but no sense; food, but no satisfaction; money, but no peace; property, but no contentment; entertainment, but no enjoyment; acquaintances, but no friends; creeds, but no conviction; religion, but no faith; pride, but no confidence; mansions, but no home; relationships, but no marriage; children, but no family; laws, but no justice; morals, but no compassion; passion, but no love; sleep, but no rest; days, but no nights; knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
d75184e "The path to ignorance is wide. The path to shallowness is smooth. The path to understanding is bumpy. The path to wisdom is narrow. The path to ignorance is steep. The path to vice is wide. The path to pleasure is smooth. The path to integrity is bumpy. The path to innocence is narrow. The path to paradise is steep. The path to fear is wide. The path to assurance is smooth. The path to hope is bumpy. The path to valor is narrow. The path to faith is steep. The path to sorrow is wide. The path to desire is smooth. The path to patience is bumpy. The path to gratitude is narrow. The path to humility is steep. The path to strife is wide. The path to indifference is smooth. The path to peace is bumpy. The path to joy is narrow. The path to harmony is steep. The path to error is wide. The path to delusion is smooth. The path to discovery is bumpy. philosopher-quotations sage-quotes african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
bc98675 "Rest is good, but laziness is not. Labour is good, but slavery is not. Wine is good, but drunkenness is not. Food is good, but gluttony is not. Money is good, but greed is not. Wealth is good, but selfishness is not. Beauty is good, but vanity is not. Sex is good, but lust is not. Pleasure is good, but sin is not. Amusement is good, but decadence is not. Fame is good, but self importance is not. Confidence is good, but ego is not. Eloquence is good, but flattery is not. Charisma is good, but deception is not. Ambition is good, but self interest is not. Influence is good, but manipulation is not. Authority is good, but tyranny is not. Servitude is good, but bondage is not. Admiration is good, but idolatry is not. Law is good, but injustice is not. Race pride is good, but bigotry is not. Liberty is good, but recklessness is not. Freedom is good, but unruliness is not. Belief is good, but fanaticism is not. Religion is good, but extremism is not. philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotations wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
d55d21a "If you care about peace, then you should care about justice. If you care about justice, then you should care about truth. If you care about truth, then you should care about integrity. If you care about integrity, then you should care about virtue. If you care about joy, then you should care about happiness. If you care about happiness, then you should care about fufilment. If you care about fufilment,then you should care about needs contentment. If you care about contentment, then you should care about patience. If you care about strength, then you should care about courage. If you care about courage, then you should care about hope. If you care about hope, then you should care about faith. If you care about faith, then you should care about love. If you care about wealth, then you should care about excellence. If you care about excellence, then you should care about hardwork. If you care about hardwork, then you should care about determination. If you care about determination, then you should care about focus. If you care about education, then you should care about schools. If you care about schools, then you should care about students. If you care about students, then you should care about teachers. If you care about teachers, then you should care about salaries. If you care about people, then you should care about communities. If you care about communities, then you should care about cities. If you care about cities, then you should care about provinces. If you care about provinces, then you should care about nations. If you care about yourself, then you should care about life. If you care about life, then you should care about health. If you care about health, then you should care about excersise. If you care about excersise, then you should care about nutrition. If you care about food, then you should care about animals. If you care about animals, then you should care about earth. If you care about earth, then you should care about nature. If you care about nature, then you should care about water. If you care about yesturday, then you should care about today. If you care about today, then you should care about now. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
c1d035c "It is better to be wise for one day than to be intelligent for a thousand. It is better to know yourself than to understand your enemies. It is better to find yourself than to find a thousand pots of gold. It is better to rule your mind than to rule the world. It is better to fight for justice than to give into tyranny. It is better to live in a pure mind than to reside in a darkened soul. It is better to be remembered as a coward than as a fool. It is better to study yourself than to examine your enemies. It is better to teach young children than to instruct old fools. It is better to strengthen your weaknesses than to celebrate your strengths. It is better to fight your fears than to harbour your anxieties. It is better to win hearts than to ruin souls. It is better to think your highest than to act your lowest. It is better to learn from fools than to ignore the wise. It is better to learn from your mistakes than to celebrate your success. It is better to think for yourself than to allow intellectuals to think for you. It is better to be wise and poor than to be rich and ignorant. It is better to learn from children than to teach the wise. It is better to learn truth from your enemies than lies from your friends. It is better to be ostracized for who you are than to be embraced for who you are not. It is better to be hated for your virtues than to be loved for your vices. It is better to learn from the wise than to teach the foolish. It is better to discover your weaknesses than to glorify your strengths. It is better to heal yourself than to harm your enemies. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
0a17a7a "You were born a giver, don't die a taker. You were born an earner, don't die a begger. You were born a sharer, don't die a hoader. You were born a lover, don't die a hater. You were born a builder, don't die a destroyer. You were born a creator, don't die an immitator. You were born a leader, don't die a follower. You were born a learner, don't die a teacher. You were born a doer, don't die a talker. You were born a dreamer, don't die a doubter. You were born a winner, don't die a loser. You were born an encourager, don't die a shamer. You were born a defender, don't die an aggressor. You were born a liberator, don't die an executioner. You were born a soldier, don't die a murderer. You were born an angel, don't die a monster. You were born a protecter, don't die an attacker. You were born an originator, don't die a repeater. You were born an achiever, don't die a quitter. You were born a victor, don't die a failure. You were born a conqueror, don't die a warrior. You were born a contender, don't die a joker. You were born a producer, don't die a user. You were born a motivator, don't die a discourager. You were born a master, don't die an amateur. You were born an intessessor, don't die an accusor. You were born an emancipator, don't die a backstabber. You were born a sympathizer, don't die a provoker. You were born a healer, don't die a killer. You were born a peacemaker, don't die an instigater. You were born a deliverer, don't die a collaborator. life-quotes-and-sayings inspiring-quotes motivational-quotations philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes motivational-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
948395a "The 15 Principles of Life 1. Count your blessings. 2. Read good books. 3. Discover your gifts. 4. Chase your dreams. 5. Learn from everyone. 6. Forgive your enemies. 7. Protect your friends. 8. Love your family. 9. Do good deeds. 10. Harm none. 11. Hone your skills. 12. Work hard. 13. Use time wisely. philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes life-lessons-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotations wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
de992f6 "I resist racists, not intergrationists. I resist seditionists, not abolitionists. I resist propagandists, not journalists. I resist extortionists, not opportunists. I resist chauvinists, not feminists. I embrace activists, not extremists. I embrace nationalists, not terrorists. I embrace intergrationists, not racists. I embrace lobbyists, not imperialists. I embrace conservationists, not depletionists. I believe in liberty, not censorship. I believe in justice, not oppression. I believe in equality, not discrimination. I believe in unity, not conformity. I believe in freedom, not tyranny. I believe in democracy, not despotism. I believe in desegregation, not racism. I believe in fairness, not tribalism. I believe in impartiality, not classism. I believe in emancipation, not sexism. I believe in truth, not lies. I believe in charity, not greed. I believe in peace, not strife. I believe in harmony, not conflict. I believe in love, not hatred. I am a conformist and a futurist. I am a traditionalist and a modernist. I am a fundamentalist and a liberalist. I am an optimist and a pessimist. I am an idealist and a realist. I am a theorist and a pragmatist. I am an industrialist and a philanthropist. I am an anarchist and a pacifist. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f5c7399 "God opens the door, light walks in. Light opens the door, love walks in. Love opens the door, the universe walks in. The universe opens the door, life walks in. Life opens the door, time walks in. Time opens the door, the past walks in. The past opens the door, the present walks in. The present opens the door, the future walks in. The future opens the door, eternity walks in. Eternity opens the door, reality walks in. Reality opens the door, truth walks in. Truth opens the door, knowledge walks in. Knowledge opens the door, wisdom walks in. philosopher-quotations african-philosopher-quotes philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
e7c25ae "The quality of authors determines the quality of books. The quality of musicians determines the quality of songs. The quality of artists determines the quality of paintings. The quality of architects determines the quality of buildings. The quality of generals determines the quality of warriors. The quality of preachers determines the quality of sermons. The quality of scientists determines the quality of inventions. The quality of leaders determines the quality of followers. The quality of scholars determines the quality of lectures. The quality of teachers determines the quality of students. The quality of schools determines the quality of graduates. The quality of graduates determines the quality of nations. The quality of plants determines the quality of air. The quality of air determies the quality of animals. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
137c178 "I am fortitude," said faith. "I am contentment," said peace. "I am delight," said joy. "I am goodness," said virtue. "I am God," said love. "I am truth," said knowledge. "I am sight," said understanding. "I am perception," said intelligence. "I am prudence," said wisdom. "I am awareness," said enlightenment. "I am success," said excellence. "I am mastery," said discipline. "I am persistence," said focus. philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes religion-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
ba91d3b "When I like a black person, they dislike me. When I like a white person, they despise me. When I like a mixed person, they harass me. When I like an illiterate person, they revile me. When I like an educated person, they attack me. When I like a weak person, they berate me. When I like a strong person, they condemn me. When I like a lowly person, they denounce me. When I like an eminent person, they renounce me. When I like a famous person, they disparage me. When I like a rich person, they trouble me. When I like a poor person, they hassle me. When I like an obscure person, they pester me. When I like a young person, they deride me. When I like an old person, they hate me. When I like myself, they slander me. Age doesn't separate us, maturity does. Ethnicity doesn't separate us, prejudice does. Tradition doesn't separate us, bigotry does. Ancestry doesn't separate us, character does. Religion doesn't separate us, ignorance does. Tribe doesn't separate us, intolerance does. Culture doesn't separate us, misunderstanding does. Sex doesn't separate us, bias does. Race doesn't separate us, injustice does. Class doesn't separate us, poverty does. Politics doesn't separate us, corruption does. Gender doesn't separate us, mentality does. Wealth doesn't separate us, greed does. Appearance doesn't separate us, attitude does. ignorance-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes racism-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
2be66de "When you study success, you become a dreamer. When you study failure, you become a victor. When you study organisations, you become a mentor. When you study management, you become a leader. When you study nature, you become a scholar. When you study people, you become a counselor. When you study life, you become a thinker. When you study God, you become a philosopher. When you study magic, you become a sorcerer. When you study stars, you become an astronomer. When you study oracles, you become a seer. When you study visions, you become a diviner. When you study combat, you become a warrior. When you study war, you become a commander. When you study policy, you become a governor. When you study politics, you become a ruler. When you study nothing, you become a loser. When you study little, you become a loafer. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
4756106 "Having a brain does not make you a thinker. Having a student does not make you a teacher. Having a class does not make you a scholar. Having a degree does not make you a master. Having a sword does not make you a warrior. Having a following does not make you a leader. Having a position does not make you a ruler. Having an army does not make you a conqueror. Having a job does not mean you have a career. Having a servant does not mean you have a helper. Having a mom does not mean you have a nurturer. Having a girlfriend does not mean you have comforter. Having a coach does not mean you have a trainer. Having a class does not mean you have a teacher. Having a son does not mean you have a successor. Having a daughter does not mean you have an inheritor. Having a wife does not mean you have a lover. Having a spouse does not mean you have an admirer. Having a friend does not mean you have a partner. Having a dad does not mean you have a father. Having a professor does not mean you have a teacher. Having a teammate does not mean you have a collaborator. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
d6d9ce6 "When I was young, I wanted power. Now that I'm old, I want peace. When I was young, I wanted titles. Now that I'm old, I want contentment. When I was young, I wanted money. Now that I'm old, I want happiness. When I was young, I wanted excitement. Now that I'm old, I want calm. When I was young, I wanted praise. Now that I'm old, I want respect. When I was young, I wanted houses. Now that I'm old, I want fulfillment. When I was young, I wanted cars. Now that I'm old, I want satisfaction. When I was young, I wanted possessions. Now that I'm old, I want experiences. When I was young, I wanted medals. Now that I'm old, I want mastery. When I was young, I wanted lackeys. Now that I'm old, I want companions. When I was young, I wanted amusement. Now that I'm old, I want rest. When I was young, I wanted beauty. Now that I'm old, I want substance. When I was young, I wanted fame. Now that I'm old, I want legacy. When I was young, I wanted command. Now that I'm old, I want freedom. When I was young, I wanted authority. Now that I'm old, I want influence. When I was young, I wanted reputation. Now that I'm old, I want character. When I was young, I wanted treasure. Now that I'm old, I want truth. When I was young, I wanted confidence. Now that I'm old, I want conviction. When I was young, I wanted lovers. Now that I'm old, I want friends. When I was young, I wanted excess. Now that I'm old, I want joy. When I was young, I wanted degrees. Now that I'm old, I want wisdom. When I was young, I wanted university. Now that I'm old, I want nature. When I was young, I wanted prominence. Now that I'm old, I want humanity. When I was young, I wanted accomplishment. Now that I'm old, I want laughter. When I was young, I wanted greatness. Now that I'm old, I want health. When I was young, I wanted resources. Now that I'm old, I want strategies. When I was young, I wanted contacts. Now that I'm old, I want competence. When I was young, I wanted followers. Now that I'm old, I want students. When I was young, I wanted crowds. Now that I'm old, I want intimacy. When I was young, I wanted empires. Now that I'm old, I want dignity. When I was young, I wanted honor. Now that I'm old, I want integrity. When I was young, I wanted popularity. Now that I'm old, I want loyalty. When I was young, I wanted lovers. Now that I'm old, I want children. When I was young, I wanted strength. Now that I'm old, I want youth. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
3f46be3 "10 Noble Laws to Live By 1. Be yourself. 2. Love all. 3. Trust few. 4. Give more. 5. Take less. 6. Learn more. 7. Make peace. 8. Empower yourself. life-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes life-lessons-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1987966 "Your mind is a paintbrush, your imagination is a canvass, and your thoughts are your masterpiece. Your heart is a paintbrush, your desires are a canvass, and your actions are your masterpiece. Your soul is a paintbrush, life-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
64f3346 "When the world is anxious, choose to be calm. When the world is hopeless, choose to be confident. When the world is troubled, choose to be determined. When the world is gloomy, choose to be optimistic. When the world is silly, choose to be clever. When the world is incompetent, choose to be effective. When the world is ignorant, choose to be knowledgeable. When the world is foolish, choose to be wise. When the world is perplexed, choose to be rational. When the world is narrow, choose to be tolerant. When the world is vulnerable, choose to be strong. When the world is deceptive, choose to be earnest. When the world is trivial, choose to be sensible. When the world is shallow, choose to be deep. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
09da57c "Compassion is a seed, empathy is the root, kindness is the stem, charity is the tree, and love is the fruit. Intelligence is a seed, understanding is the root, intuition is the stem, knowledge is the tree, and wisdom is the fruit. Skill is a seed, talent is the root, excellence is the stem, inspiring-quotes motivational-quotations success-quotations philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes motivational-quotes success-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f00a65d "You are no greater than the thoughts you carry, the knowledge you acquire, the desires you harbor, and the experiences you cherish. You are no better than the friends you keep, the books you read, the heroes you admire, and the obstacles you overcome. You are no higher than the wisdom you retain, the understanding you gain, the faith you practice, and the love you give. You are no larger than the powerless you help, the poor you enrich, the weak you embolden, and the fearful you inspire. You are no bigger than the opponents you face, the alliances you broker, philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes religion-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
5ab377c "The distance between truth and lies is integrity, between need and want is contentment, between fate and chance is will, between vice and virtue is intention, between faith and doubt is conviction, between joy and grief is happiness, between strength and weakness is tenacity, between action and fear is courage, between hope and despair is expectation, between wealth and poverty is diligence, between friendship and humility is kindness, between life and death is existence, between eternity and time is reality, between war and peace is diplomacy, between God and intelligence is wisdom, between knowledge and ignorance is education, between sin and righteousness is desire, between God and religion is faith, between blessings and curses is obedience, between faith and science is God, between good and evil is light, between light and darkness is sight, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotations wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
a3f9872 "Silence is a temple of wisdom, stillness is a temple of joy, and harmony is a temple of love. Humility is a temple of wisdom, contentment is a temple of joy, and peace is a temple of love. Intelligence is a temple of wisdom, understanding is a temple of joy, and virtue is a temple of love. The past is a temple of wisdom, the present is a temple of joy, and the future is a temple of love. The mind is a temple of wisdom, the heart is a temple of joy, and the soul is a temple of love. The world is a temple of wisdom, the cosmos is a temple of joy, and the universe is a temple of love. Heaven is a temple of wisdom, philosopher-quotations sage-quotes african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
93fc6e0 "Love people, not money. Love people, not pleasure. Love people, not power. Spread love, not hate. change-the-world-quotes guru-quote world-peace-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
abc8a52 "Don't look for laughter, look for joy. Don't look for pleasure, look for purpose. Don't look for friends, look for mentors. Don't look for lovers, look for soulmates. Don't look for glory, look for virtue. Don't look for entertainment, look for bliss. Don't look for amusement, look for wisdom. Don't look for books, look for knowledge. Don't look for beauty, look for susbtance. Don't look for extravagance, look for modesty. Don't look for praise, look for service. Don't look for reputation, look for character. Don't look for honor, look for respect. Don't look for needs, look for wants. Don't look for riches, look for happiness. Don't look for possessions, look for contentment. Don't look for creeds, look for conviction. Don't look for justice, look for compassion. Don't look for charisma, look for integrity. Don't look for lust, look for love. Don't look for wealth, look for charity. Don't look for power, look for peace. Don't look for fame, look for dignity. Don't look for work, look for a career. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
15c4935 "Same eyes, different perception. Same ears, different judgement. Same hands, different skills. Same feet, different destinations. Same minds, different reasoning. Same hearts, different feelings. Same souls, different actions. Same lives, different experiences. Same language, different dialects. Same words, different pronunciation. Same experiences, different reactions. Same wisdom, different understanding. Same knowledge, different application. Same love, different expression. Same ancestry, different races. Same world, different people. One sky, many lands. One story, many books. One truth, many interpretations. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
94e1a3f "Where there are no bees there is no honey. Where there are no flowers there is no perfume. Where there are no clouds there is no rain. Where there are no stars there is no light. Where there are no roses there are no thorns. Where there are no skies there are no stars. Where there are no storms there are no rainbows. Where there are no animals there are no forests. Where there are no plants there are no jungles. Where there are no seeds there are no harvests. Where there are no spiders there are no webs. Where there are no ants there are no colonies. Where there are no worms there are no fish. Where there are no mice there are no serpents. Where there are no carcasses there are no vultures. Where there are no stones there are no pebbles. Where there are no rocks there are no mountains. Where there are no deserts there are no oases. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
837c94a "Train your ears to hear more, your eyes to see more, your hands to do more, your feet to accomplish more, your mind to think more, your heart to feel more, and your soul to love more. The mind, though small, can perceive the impossible. The heart, though small, can endure the impossible. The soul, though small, can experience the impossible. The hands, though small, can do the impossible. The tongue, though small, can express the impossible. philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
9cfc251 "Truth always teaches you more than ignorance. Understanding always teaches you more than curiosity. Sight always teaches you more than blindness. Certainty always teaches you more than falsehood. Silence always teaches you more than noise. Stillness always teaches you more than motion. Growth always teaches you more than stagnation. Nature always teaches you more than appearance. Enemies always teach you more than friends. Composure always teaches you more than wrath. Humility always teaches you more than arrogance. Poverty always teaches you more than riches. Sorrow always teaches you more than happiness. Hardship always teaches you more than success. Contentment always teaches you more than greed. Pain always teaches you more than pleasure. Misery always teaches you more than comfort. Love always teaches you more than passion. Action always teaches you more than apathy. God always teaches you more than reality. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
11261b1 "Guilt is born in shame. Error is born in speculation. Chaos is born in confusion. Anger is born in bitterness. Wrath is born in rage. Fear is born in mistrust. Violence is born in intolerance. Evil is born in ignorance. Death is born in sin. Want is born in need. Mercy is born in compassion. Peace is born in contentment. Hope is born in confidence. Meekness is born in strength. Patience is born in long-suffering. Integrity is born in goodness. Decency is born in dignity. Joy is born in love. Fate is born in time. Chance is born in fate. Motion is born in rest. Force is born in acceleration. Distance is born in separation. Curiosity is born in observation. Consciousness is born in awareness. Perception is born in understanding. Reason is born in clarity. Matter is born in space. Light is born in darkness. Sound is born in silence. Wind is born in stillness. Heat is born in motion. Nature is born in chaos. Harmony is born in confusion. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
3ef7933 "A rainbow is a storm's masterpiece. A seed is a flower's masterpiece. A rock is a diamond's masterpiece. A butterfly is a caterpillar's masterpiece. A flame is a spark's masterpiece. A drop is an ocean's masterpiece. A brick is a mansion's masterpiece. A cell is a body's masterpiece. A nest is a bird's masterpiece. A flame is a spark's masterpiece. A note is a symphony's masterpiece. A flower is a garden's masterpiece. Herbs are a plant's masterpiece. Honey is a bee's masterpiece. Silk is a spider's masterpiece. Wool is a sheep's masterpiece. Perfume is a flower's masterpiece. Syrup is a tree's masterpiece. Wine is a grape's masterpiece. Fruit is a seed's masterpiece. Pearls are an oyster's masterpiece. Beauty is a sky's masterpiece. Charm is a star's masterpiece. Spring is nature's masterpiece. Time is eternity's masterpiece. Energy is light's masterpiece. Heat is fire's masterpiece. Knowledge is truth's masterpiece. Thoughts are the mind's masterpiece. Desires are the heart's masterpiece. Experiences are the soul's masterpiece. Intelligence is nature's masterpiece. Enlightenment is wisdom's masterpiece. The world is the universe's masterpiece. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
ec22990 "Truth said, "I am your brother." Understanding said, "I am your sister." Knowledge said, "I am your father." Wisdom said, "I am your mother." Shallowness said, "I am your rival." Ignorance said, "I am your enemy." philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations african-philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
53f77df "The University of Life (How to Graduate) 1. Dream 2. Work 3. Read 4. Exercise 5. Meditate 6. Laugh 7. Play 8. Give philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1b95a8b "The world is a classroom, nature is our teacher, life is our exam, and death is our graduation. The world is a sage, humanity are its students, knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
2e2a284 "It's not what you take, it's what you give. It's not what you know, it's what you apply. It's not who you lack, it's what you acquire. It's not what you have, it's what has you. It's not what you earn, it's what you save. It's not what you buy, it's what you enjoy. It's not what you seek, it's what you find. It's not what you encounter, it's what you experience. It's not what you think, it's what you believe. It's not what you see, it's what you comprehend. It's not what you feel, it's what you value. It's not what you do, it's what you accomplish. It's not what you want, it's what you pursue. It's not what you chase, it's what you attract. It's not what you avoid, it's what you follow. It's not what you intend, it's what you execute. It's not what you mask, it's what you reveal. It's not what you desire, it's what you need. It's not what you receive, it's what you embrace. It's not what you demand, it's what you deserve. It's not what you lose, it's what you gather. It's not what you cherish, it's what you honor. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotations wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
078dbe8 "You can be an intellectual without a question, an academic without an answer, a lecturer without a lesson, a guru without a disciple, a master without a student, a general without an army, a scholar without a theory, a scientist without a discovery, an inventor without an invention, a warrior without a weapon, a preacher without a sermon, a prophet without a prophecy, a seer without a revelation, a sorcerer without a spell, a professor without a message, a leader without a follower, a dreamer without a vision, a healer without a patient, a ruler without a nation, knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
956876d "Poverty doesn't scare me, ignorance does. Work doesn't scare me, laziness does. Pleasure doesn't scare me, pain does. Charity doesn't scare me, weakness does. Chastisement doesn't scare me, flattery does. Friendship doesn't scare me, betrayal does. Enmity doesn't scare me, anger does. Marriage doesn't scare me, divorce does. Love doesn't scare me, heartache does. Sex doesn't scare me, parenting does. Ambition doesn't scare me, envy does. Adversity doesn't scare me, boredom does. Risk doesn't scare me, cowardice does. Competition doesn't scare me, mediocrity does. Defeat doesn't scare me, weakness does. Misfortune doesn't scare me, bitterness does. Maturing doesn't scare me, infirmity does. Life doesn't scare me, regret does. Aging doesn't scare me, death does. Existence doesn't scare me, oblivion does. War doesn't scare me, bloodshed does. Government doesn't scare me, corruption does. Politics doesn't scare me, manipulation does. Revolution doesn't scare me, tyranny does. Rebellion doesn't scare me, slavery does. Ideology doesn't scare me, fanaticism does. Religion doesn't scare me, immorality does. Faith doesn't scare me, hopelessness does. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
49d7dab "When life hands you questions, answer them. When life hands you mysteries, unravel them. When life hands you enigmas, decipher them. When life hands you tasks, accomplish them. When life hands you problems, tackle them. When life hands you skills, develop them. When life hands you talents, sharpen them. When life hands you friends, cherish them. When life hands you family, value them. When life hands you acquaintances, treasure them. When life hands you opponents, confront them. When life hands you acquaintances, celebrate them. When life hands you allies, support them. When life hands you riches, multiply them. When life hands you possessions, protect them. When life hands you pleasures, ration them. When life hands you experiences, relish them. When life hands you students, instruct them. When life hands you mentors, study them. When life hands you teachers, esteem them. When life hands you disciples, inspire them. When life hands you gurus, honor them. When life hands you lessons, remember them. When life hands you teachings, impart them. When life hands you demands, tackle them. When life hands you obstacles, challenge them. When life hands you troubles, overcome them. When life hands you burdens, conquer them. When life hands you titles, cherish them. When life hands you degrees, employ them. When life hands you medals, welcome them. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
6a31ded "The more you love laughter the more you must bear with boredom. The more you love excitement the more you must bear with monotomy. The more you love company the more you must bear with loneliness. The more you love loyalty the more you must bear with distrust. The more you love pleasure the more you must bear with pain. The more you love silence the more you must bear with speech. The more you love solitude the more you must bear with noise. The more you love knowledge the more you must bear with curiosity. The more you love truth the more you must bear with conscience. The more you love vice the more you must bear with guilt. The more you love virtue the more you must bear with temptation. The more you love morality the more you must bear with shame. The more you love freedom the more you must bear with responsibility. The more you love power the more you must bear with restraint. The more you love wisdom the more you must bear with learning. The more you love wealth the more you must bear with risk. The more you love fame the more you must bear with apathy. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1f1916e "There is a fine line between: ego and confidence, weakness and cowardice, piety and self-righteousness, lust and infatuation, patience and procrastination, contentment and apathy, fear and hatred, greed and ambition, sin and pleasure, want and need, and hope and delusion. There is also a fine line between: sleep and death, rest and idleness, envy and desire, noise and music, sight and blindness, respect and idolatry, poverty and crime, corruption and equality, tyranny and despair, philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
14a1fbe "Follow few. Lead many. Walk with some. Embrace all. Believe in truth. Trust in hope. philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8d34e9d "You can buy a clock, but you cannot buy time. You can buy a bed, but you cannot buy sleep. You can buy excitement, but you cannot buy bliss. You can buy luxuries, but you cannot buy satisfaction. You can buy pleasure, but you cannot buy peace. You can buy possessions, but you cannot buy contentment. You can buy entertainment, but you cannot buy fulfillment. You can buy amusement, but you cannot buy happiness. You can buy books, but you cannot buy intelligence. You can buy degrees, but you cannot buy wisdom. You can buy fame, but you cannot buy honor. You can buy a reputation, but you cannot buy character. You can buy a priest, but you cannot buy a miracle. You can buy a doctor, but you cannot buy health. You can buy a scientist, but you cannot buy discoveries. You can buy a leader, but you cannot buy power. You can buy acceptance, but you cannot buy friendship. You can buy companions, but you cannot buy loyalty. You can buy allies, but you cannot buy dependability. You can buy partners, but you cannot buy fidelity. You can buy clothes, but you cannot buy class. You can buy toys, but you cannot buy youth. You can buy women, but you cannot buy love. You can buy houses, but you cannot buy homes. You can buy a computer, but you cannot buy intellect. You can buy makeup, but you cannot buy beauty. You can buy a pen, but you cannot buy imagination. You can buy a paintbrush, but you cannot buy inspiration. You can buy opinions, but you cannot buy truth. You can buy assumptions, but you cannot buy facts. You can buy evidence, but you cannot buy faith. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8fe35d4 "If you have days, you have riches. If you have months, you have fortune. If you have years, you have treasure. If you have decades, you have wealth. If you have time, you have affluence. If you have excitement, you have luxury. If you have pleasure, you have privilege. If you have peace, you have comfort. If you have happiness, you have prosperity. If you have joy, you have triumph. If you have knowledge, you have currency. If you have understanding, you have capital. If you have discernment, you have assets. If you have insight, you have benefits. If you have wisdom, you have profit. If you have religion, you have influence. If you have philosophy, you have muscle. If you have will, you have strength. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotations wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
fd41343 "Before I had a car, I had feet. Before I had a telephone, I had prayer. Before I had a degree, I had commonsense. Before I had a diploma, I had curiosity. Before I had knowledge, I had an opinion. Before I had a reputation, I had a character. Before I had a bodyguard, I had a friend. Before I had a wife, I had a mother. Before I had a son, I had a father. Before I had a body, I had a mind. Before I had a brain, I had a soul. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8f047cc "Life is a gift, value it. Life is a trial, endure it. Life is a journey, complete it. Life is a test, pass it. Life is a task, fulfill it. Life is an opportunity, use it. Life is a moment, enjoy it. Life is a mission, accomplish it. Life is a battle, face it. Life is a jungle, explore it. Life is a puzzle, study it. Life is a mystery, solve it. Life is a game, beat it. Life is an opponent, defeat it. life-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
73cbe59 "The heart is a classroom, the soul is a teacher, the mind is a student, and life is the exam. The world is a university, the universe is our professor, wisdom is our homework, and love is our final exam. Life is an academy, God is the instructor, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
0df62d2 "I don't want to be admired, I just want to be useful. I don't want to be idolized, I just want to be helpful. I don't want to be great, I just want to be successful. I don't want to be immortalized, I just want to be beneficial. I don't want to be rich, I just want to be cheerful. I don't want to be famous, I just want to be peaceful. I don't want to be eminent, I just want to be blissful. I don't want to be powerful, I just want to be joyful. I don't want to be influential, I just want to be functional. I don't want to be worshiped, I just want to be capable. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
00df727 "Think, but don't fret. Ponder, but don't worry. Contemplate, but don't fuss. Decide, but don't agonize. Speak, but don't babble. Emphasize, but don't exaggerate. Debate, but don't argue. Confront, but don't offend. Challenge, but don't provoke. Praise, but don't flatter. Respect, but don't cower. Defy, but don't threaten. Oppose, but don't antagonize. Contradict, but don't alienate. Bow, but don't yield. Humor, but don't insult. Honor, but don't idolize. Revere, but don't worship. Pamper, but don't spoil. Assist, but don't indulge. Discipline, but don't harm. Chastise, but don't bruise. Adapt, but don't settle. Nurture, but don't coddle. Cherish, but don't pander. Admire, but don't fawn. life-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
d34e427 "Education overcomes ignorance, overpowers shallowness, overwhelms incompetence, and overthrows foolishness. Knowledge is the mind's medicine, understanding is the heart's remedy, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
b097270 "Jesus had no money, but was the richest of all time; had no education, but was the smartest of all time; had no titles, but was the noblest of all time; had no pedigree, but was the finest of all time; and had no power, but was the strongest of all time. He had no wife, but was the meekest husband of all time; had no children, but was the gentlest father of all time; had no teacher, but was the humblest pupil of all time; had no schooling, but was the wisest teacher of all time; and had no temple, but was the godliest rabbi of all time. He had no sword, but was the bravest warrior of all time; had no boat, but was the shrewdest fisherman of all time; had no winery, but was the aptest winemaker of all time; had no mentor, but was the nicest counselor of all time; and had no pen, but was the greatest author of all time. He had no seminary, but was the sharpest theologian of all time; had no university, but was the brightest professor of all time; had no degree, but was the ablest doctor of all time; had no wealth, but was the biggest philanthropist of all time; jesus-quotations jesus-quotes god-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes christian-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8d4ee5d "It is death that makes life precious, darkness that makes light precious, dirt that makes flowers precious, storms that make rainbows precious, pain that makes pleasure precious, chaos that makes harmony precious, space that makes matter precious, clutter that makes orderliness precious, chance that makes certainty precious, eternity that makes time precious, truth that makes reality precious, silence that makes speech precious, rest that makes motion precious, opinions that make facts precious, strife that makes peace precious, curiosity that makes knowledge precious, suspicion that makes evidence precious, fear that makes caution precious, slavery that makes freedom precious, oblivion that makes existence precious, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
9223fc9 "You don't need money to be generous. You don't need education to be wise. You don't need fame to be important. You don't need charisma to be influential. You don't need titles to be honorable. You don't need awards to be special. You don't need medals to be extraordinary. You don't need consent to be yourself. You don't need approval to be unique. You don't need a license to be creative. You don't need authorization to dream. You don't need acceptance to be gifted. You don't need youth to be a champion. You don't need old age to be a hero. You need skill, not temper, to be a warrior. You need love, not rage, to be an activist. You need compassion, not robes, to be a priest. You need confidence, not ego, to be a politician. You need integrity, not charm, to be a leader. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1ae848b "Time is the bridge between life and death. Truth is the bridge between illusion and reality. Trust is the bridge between confidence and fear. Conviction is the bridge between doubt and belief. Certainty is the bridge between hesitation and assurance. Knowledge is the bridge between facts and reason. Wisdom is the bridge between intelligence and spirituality. Integrity is the bridge between character and reputation. Emotion is the bridge between contentment and desire. Joy is the bridge between happiness and excitement. Desire is the bridge between need and want. Urgency is the bridge between action and indecision. Consequence is the bridge between deed and outcome. Freewill is the bridge between fate and chance. Light is the bridge between humanity and divinity. Infinity is the bridge between nothing and everything. Peace is the bridge between war and reconciliation. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8c20d16 "It doesn't cost much to hate, but it costs you everything to love. It doesn't cost much to fall, but it costs you everything to rise. It doesn't cost much to doubt, but it costs you everything to believe. It doesn't cost much to forget, but it costs you everything to remember. It doesn't cost much to take, but it costs you everything to give. It doesn't cost much to create, but it costs you everything to destroy. It doesn't cost much to seek, but it costs you everything to find. It doesn't cost much to command, but it costs you everything to obey. It doesn't cost much to destroy, but it costs you everything to build. It doesn't cost much to hinder, but it costs you everything to help. It doesn't cost much to harm, but it costs you everything to heal. It doesn't cost much to revenge, but it costs you everything to forgive. It doesn't cost much to condenm, but it costs you everything to sympathize. It doesn't cost much to assume, but it costs you everything to prove. It doesn't cost much to ignore, but it costs you everything to understand. It doesn't cost much to despise, but it costs you everything to honor. It doesn't cost much to blame, but it costs you everything to praise. It doesn't cost much to denounce, but it costs you everything to appluad. It doesn't cost much to rest, but it costs you everything to work. It doesn't cost much to surrender, but it costs you everything to conquer. It doesn't cost much to lose, but it costs you everything to win. It doesn't cost much to fail, but it costs you everything to succeed. It doesn't cost much to rest, but it costs you everything to work. It doesn't cost much to die, but it costs you everything to live. It doesn't cost much to sit, but it costs you everything to stand. It doesn't cost much to walk, but it costs you everything to run. It doesn't cost much to jog, but it costs you everything to soar. It doesn't cost much to follow, but it costs you everything to lead. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes matshona dhliwayo
7e89adf "You are what you think. You are what you say. You are what you do. You are what you know. You are what you believe. You are what you conceive. You are what you were. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
0e4c790 "If you annoy others, others will annoy you. If you offend others, others will offend you. If you anger others, others will anger you. If you hurt others, others will hurt you. If you abuse others, others will abuse you. If you hate others, others will hate you. If you comfort others, others will comfort you. If you help others, others will help you. If you respect others, others will respect you. If you honor others, others will honor you. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
b7874fa "Don't look for knowledge, look for wisdom. Don't look for opinions, look for facts. Don't look for theories, look for evidence. Don't look for speculation, look for certainties. Don't look for certificates, look for competance. Don't look for degrees, look for diligence. Don't look for position, look for influence. Don't look for jobs, look for a career. Don't look for skills, look for talents. Don't look for approval, look for individuality. Don't look for validation, look for self acceptance. Don't look for empires, look for happiness. Don't look for popularity, look for excellence. Don't look for acclaim, look for performance. Don't look for conquests, look for brilliance. Don't look for followers, look for friends. Don't look for muscles, look for courage. Don't look for appearance, look for character. Don't look for body, look for heart. Don't look for sexmates, look for helpmates. Don't look for vengance, look for mercy. Don't look for fate, look for opportunity. Don't look for luck, look for destiny. Don't look for fate, look for opportunity. Don't look for wealth, look for health. Don't look for today, look for tomorrow. Don't look for miracles, look for faith. Don't look for religion, look for love. Don't look for messiahs, look for peace. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
b1bedbb "People that think are many, people that reason are few. People that theorize are many, people that prove are few. People that speculate are many, people that know are few. People that assume are many, people that verify are few. People that hear are many, people that listen are few. People that preach are many, people that practice are few. People that see are many, people that observe are few. People that recall are many, people that comprehend are few. People that question are many, people that answer are few. People that entertain are many, people that educate are few. People that misguide are many, people that enlighten are few. People that lecture are many, people that demonstrate are few. People that start are many, people that finish are few. People that quit are many, people that persevere are few. People that fall are many, people that rise are few. People that compete are many, people that win are few. People that criticize are many, people that inspire are few. People that blame are many, people that pardon are few. People that condemn are many, people that console are few. People that undermine are many, people that strengthen are few. People that take are many, people that give are few. People that teach are many, people that mentor are few. People that harm are many, people that heal are few. People that doubt are many, people that believe are few. People that wish are many, people that strive are few. People that plan are many, people that prevail are few. People that lose are many, people that gain are few. People that fail are many, people that succeed are few. People that imitate are many, people that originate are few. People that innovate are many, people that invent are few. People that conceive are many, people that realize are few. People that dream are many, people that achieve are few. People that divide are many, people that unify are few. People that follow are many, people that lead are few. People that command are many, people that influence are few. People that control are many, people that guide are few. People that feel are many, people that empathize are few. People that yearn are many, people that fulfill are few. People that trust are many, people that are devoted are few. People that age are many, people that mature are few. People that rage are many, people that forgive are few. People that despair are many, people that hope are few. People that fear are many, people that love are few. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
fc52ff3 "Where there is no rest there is energy. Where there is no disruption there is normality. Where there is no profit there is bankruptcy. Where there is no gain there is insolvency. Where there is no injury there is safety. Where there is no team there is individuality. Where there is no hindrance there is opportunity. Where there is no injury there is safety. Where there is no sense there is inefficiency. Where there is no failiure there is competency. Where there is no decline there is industry. Where there is no strength there is infirmity. Where there is no idleness there is activity. Where there is no weakness there is intensity. Where there is no failiure there is industry. Where there is no leadership there is anarchy. Where there is no repetition there is originality. Where there is no increase there is deficiency. Where there is no ignorance there is capacity. Where there is no impotence there is ability. Where there is no falseness there is authenticity. Where there is no excellence there is mediocrity. Where there is no mistake there is quality. Where there is no amatuer there is ingenuity. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations motivational-quotes success-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
12f40ec "When leaders confront you, allow them. When leaders criticize you, permit them. When leaders annoy you, tolerate them. When leaders oppose you, debate them. When leaders provoke you, challenge them. When leaders encourage you, appreciate them. When leaders protect you, value them. When leaders help you, cherish them. When leaders guide you, treasure them. When leaders inspire you, revere them. When leaders fail you, pardon them. When leaders disappoint you, forgive them. When leaders exploit you, defy them. When leaders abandon you, disregard them. When leaders betray you, discipline them. When leaders regard you, acknowledge them. When leaders accommodate you, embrace them. When leaders favor you, esteem them. When leaders bless you, honor them. When leaders reward you, promote them. When your leaders are weak, uphold them. When your leaders are discouraged, comfort them. When your leaders are disappointed, strengthen them. When your leaders are defeated, encourage them. When your leaders are dejected, revitalize them. When your leaders are strong, approve them. When your leaders are brave, applaud them. When your leaders are determined, extol them. When your leaders are persevering, endorse them. When your leaders are fierce, exalt them. When your leaders are abusive, rebuke them. When your leaders are manipulative, chastise them. When your leaders are corrupt, punish them. When your leaders are evil, imprison them. When your leaders are tyrannical, overthrow them. When your leaders are considerate, receive them. When your leaders are compassionate, welcome them. When your leaders are appreciative, love them. When your leaders are generous, praise them. When your leaders are kind, venerate them. When your leaders are clever, keep them. When your leaders are prudent, trust them. When your leaders are shrewd, observe them. When your leaders are wise, believe them. When your leaders are enlightened, follow them. When your leaders are naive, caution them. When your leaders are shallow, teach them. When your leaders are unschooled, educate them. When your leaders are stupid, impeach them. When your leaders are foolish, depose them. When your leaders are able, empower them. When your leaders are open, engage them. When your leaders are honest, support them. When your leaders are impartial, respect them. When your leaders are noble, serve them. When your leaders are incompetent, train them. When your leaders are unqualified, develop them. When your leaders are dishonest, admonish them. leadership-quotations philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes leadership-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
21c43f2 "Your feet may be small, but travel much. Your hands may be little, but conquer much. Your eyes may be tiny, but perceive much. Your ears may be modest, but heed much. Your head may be small, but think much. Your heart may be little, but give much. Your soul may be tiny, but love much. philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
9f56e28 "Dear ignorance, I'm disowning you. Dear knowledge, I'm wooing you. Dear understanding, I'm seeking you. Dear wisdom, I'm wedding you. Dear fear, I'm divorcing you. Dear courage, I'm courting you. Dear hope, I'm pursuing you. Dear love, I'm marrying you. Dear past, I survived you. Dear present, I'm ready for you. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
4df6ef7 "The world is governed by these evil twins: pain and pleasure, truth and ignorance, fate and chance, wealth and poverty, war and peace, tolerance and prejudice, science and religion, justice and inequality, harmony and chaos, freedom and oppression, duty and apathy, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
9ec46e7 "Plan for today, and you are prudent. Plan for tomorrow, and you are intelligent. Plan for today and tomorrow, and you are wise. Cherish hours, for they become days. Value days, for they become years. Treasure years, for they become decades; philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
7c311c7 "If you want knowledge, read daily. If you want understanding, study regularly. If you want wisdom, reason continually. If you want kindness, give constantly. If you want joy, laugh frequently. If you want faith, believe firmly. If you want peace, meditate consistently. If you want mercy, forgive unconditionally. If you want love, give charitably. If you want equality, object intelligently. If you want freedom, protest strongly. If you want justice, fight forcefully. If you want morals, live religiously. If you want strength, excersise vigorously. If you want power, plot brilliantly. If you want fame, shine resiliently. If you want riches, strive habitually. If you want success, work diligently. If you want fufilment, love abundantly. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
cf6a947 "I see for you. You see for me. We see for each other. I hear for you. You hear for me. We hear for each other. I think for you. You think for me. We think for each other. I speak for you. You speak for me. We speak for each other. I stand for you. inspiring-quotes world-peace-quotes philosopher-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
ec5f488 "Intelligence is a great scholar, virtue is an extraordinary saint, love is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of integrity. Awareness is a great scholar, compassion is an extraordinary saint, prudence is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of humanity. Intellect is a great scholar, truth is an extraordinary saint, experience is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of philosophy. Curiosity is a great scholar, humility is an extraordinary saint, discipline is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of discovery. Understanding is a great scholar, patience is an extraordinary saint, discernment is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of harmony. Life is a great scholar, God is an extraordinary saint, nature is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of divinity. Reality is a great scholar, time is an extraordinary saint, fate is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of eternity. The mind is a great scholar, the heart is an extraordinary saint, the soul is a remarkable sage; together they are alters of spirituality. Mankind is a great scholar, the world is an extraordinary saint, philosopher-quotations sage-quotes african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
18cf246 "Intelligence is a tenant in the house of wisdom. Knowledge is a tenant in the house of nature. Insight is a tenant in the house of understanding. Wealth is a tenant in the house of risk. Mastery is a tenant in the house of discipline. Patience is a tenant in the house of virtue. Tolerance is a tenant in the house of freedom. Awareness is a tenant in the house of experience. Rest is a tenant in the house of sleep. Laughter is a tenant in the house of joy. Hope is a tenant in the house of faith. Contentment is a tenant in the house of peace. Kindness is a tenant in the house of love. Harmony is a tenant in the house of order. Humility is a tenant in the house of honor. Caution is a tenant in the house of prudence. Speech is a tenant in the house of silence. Certainty is a tenant in the house of conviction. Expectation is a tenant in the house of desire. Need is a tenant in the house of want. Truth is a tenant in the house of reality. Chance is a tenant in the house of fate. Time is a tenant in the house of eternity. philosopher-quotations sage-quotes african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1412d8b "If you ask God for wisdom, He will give you a problem. If you ask God for success, He will give you a duty. If you ask God for riches, He will give you a dream. If you ask God for power, He will give you a task. If you ask God for patience, He will give you a burden. If you ask God for strength, He will give you a load. If you ask God for love, He will give you an enemy. If you ask God for virtue, He will give you a temptation. If you ask God for faith, He will give you a prophecy. If you ask God to be a leader, He will make you a servant. If you ask God to be a general, He will make you a soldier. If you ask God to be a teacher, He will make you a student. If you ask God to be a scholar, He will make you a thinker. If you ask God to be a writer, He will make you a reader. If you ask God to be an artist, He will make you a daydreamer. If you ask God to be a pope, He will make you a priest. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
14c1baf "The clever seek comfort, the wise seek peace. The clever seek pleasure, the wise seek contentment. The clever seek riches, the wise seek happiness. The clever seek laughter, the wise seek joy. The clever seek company, the wise seek comrades. The clever seek crowds, the wise seek friends. The clever seek approval, the wise seek respect. The clever seek fame, the wise seek reverence. The clever seek acquaintances, the wise seek allies. The clever seek accomplices, the wise seek helpers. The clever seek associates, the wise seek partners. The clever seek connections, the wise seek mentors. The clever seek accolades, the wise seek excellence. The clever seek recognition, the wise seek awards. The clever seek prominence, the wise seek followers. The clever seek leadership, the wise seek impact. The clever seek power, the wise seek influence. The clever seek titles, the wise seek respect. The clever seek fame, the wise seek dignity. The clever seek glory, the wise seek integrity. The clever seek wants, the wise seek needs. The clever seek luxury, the wise seek convenience. The clever seek enjoyment, the wise seek fulfillment. The clever seek entertainment, the wise seek rest. The clever seek style, the wise seek grace. The clever seek brains, the wise seek heart. The clever seek appearance, the wise seek etiquette. The clever seek beauty, the wise seek honesty. The clever seek opinions, the wise seek facts. The clever seek truth, the wise seek knowledge. The clever seek ideas, the wise seek wisdom. The clever seek adventure, the wise seek discovery. The clever seek questions, the wise seek answers. The clever seek problems, the wise seek solutions. The clever seek amusement, the wise seek books. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
9c3e820 "The simple crawl to truth. The average walk to knowledge. The prudent run to understanding. The intelligent sprint to brilliance. The enlightened soar to wisdom. The simple crawl to laughter. The average walk to peace. The prudent run to contentment. The intelligent sprint to enjoyment. The enlightened soar to joy. The simple crawl to patience. The average walk to gratitude. The prudent run to virtue. The intelligent sprint to faith. The enlightened soar to love. The simple crawl to caution. The average walk to passion. The prudent run to discipline. The intelligent sprint to humility. The enlightened soar to excellence. The simple crawl to awareness. The average walk to reality. The prudent run to experience. The intelligent sprint to spirituality. The enlightened soar to destiny. The simple crawl to the past. The average walk to the present. The prudent run to the future. philosopher-quotations sage-quotes african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
498e6e4 "Competence makes the rules, intelligence follows the rules, excellence bends the rules, and brilliance breaks the rules. Skill follows the rules, talent replaces the rules, talent-quotes motivational-quotations philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes motivational-quotes success-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8f76efd "To encourage people, walk beside them. To inspire people, walk in front of them. To drive people, walk behind them. To lead people, walk with them. Despise people, and you will disregard them. Ridicule people, and you will harm them. Esteem people, and you will serve them. leadership-quotations philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes leader-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes leadership-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
2469a32 "Think well. Speak well. Listen well. Keep well. Learn well. Work well. Play well. Behave well. Eat well. Feel well. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
11741b3 "Don't beg for houses, build them. Don't beg for jobs, create them. Don't beg for degrees, acquire them. Don't beg for titles, earn them. Don't beg for opportunities, provide them. Don't beg for helpers, draw them. Don't beg for possessions, attain them. Don't beg for followers, win them. Don't beg for admirers, multiply them. Don't beg for money, work for it. Don't beg for power, contest for it. Don't beg for success, strive for it. Don't beg for respect, achieve for it. Don't beg for friendship, love for it. Don't beg for eminence, perform for it. Don't beg for honor, accomplish for it. Don't beg for devotion, contest it. Don't beg for love, serve for it. Don't beg for understanding, yearn for it. Don't beg for freedom, struggle for it. Don't beg for equality, vote for it. Don't beg for justice, combat for it. Don't beg for peace, battle for it. Don't beg for change, push for it. Don't beg for education, labor for it. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
bb0adfa "The 7 Virtues of Love 1. Peace 2. Joy 3. Confidence 4. Patience 5. Kindness philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
983d3a0 "The most beautiful eyes haven't been seen yet; the most beautiful tongue hasn't been heard yet; the most beautiful hands haven't been held yet; the most beautiful mind hasn't been understood yet; the most beautiful heart hasn't been felt yet; and the most beautiful life hasn't been lived yet. The most beautiful thought hasn't been contemplated yet; the most beautiful desire hasn't been savored yet; the most beautiful experience hasn't been relished yet; the most beautiful impression hasn't been formed yet; the most beautiful characteristic hasn't been discovered yet; and the most beautiful person hasn't been identified yet. The most beautiful sky hasn't been viewed yet; the most beautiful star hasn't been detected yet; the most beautiful galaxy hasn't been explored yet; the most beautiful cosmos haven't been observed yet; philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
3cdd526 "You are a result of your thoughts, not your circumstances; a result of your character, not your reputation; a result of your wisdom, not your education; a result of your discipline, not your limitations; a result of your talents, not your connections; a result of your understanding, not your fame; a result of your generosity, not your riches; a result of your excellence, not your titles; a result of your influence, not your position; a result of your skills, not your ambition; a result of your humanity, not your luxury; a result of your tenacity, not your opposition; a result of your intellect, not your appearance; philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
b18104c "Live by brains, not by brawn; by principle, not by sentiment; by facts, not by opinions; by faith, not by fear; by reason, not by emotions; by purpose, not by paycheck; by needs, not by wants; by reason, not by ignorance; by humility, not by ego; by gratitude, not by bitterness; by kindness, not by greed; by mercy, not by wrath; by compassion, not by hate; by diplomacy, not by strife; by honor, not by disrespect; by logic, not by tradition; by integrity, not by culture; by peace, not by tribe; by dignity, not by race; wise-quotesuotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
591f53d "Have the mind of a fox, the heart of a lion, the tongue of a serpent, the flair of a swan, and the soul of a dove. Have the fortitude of a camel, the courage of a bear, the strength of a bull, philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes religion-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
80f7a1e "If the past could be changed, it would not exist. If the future could be stopped, it would not survive. If the present could be avoided, it would not prevail. Time is everyone's acquaintance, life is everyone's friend, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f215324 "Knowledge is older than ignorance. Understanding is older than intolerance. Intuition is older than intelligence. Innocence is older than guilt. Clarity is older than compassion. Order is older than anarchy. Calmness is older than turmoil. Peace is older than war. Life is older than death. Existence is older than oblivion. Reality is older than life. Eternity is older than time. Thought is older than desire. Motive is older than feat. Action is older than experience. Faith is older than religion. Truth is older than uncertainty. Love is older than passion. Joy is older than pleasure. Need is older than want. Reason is older than emotion. The soul is older than the heart. The heart is older than the mind. The mind is older than the body. The universe is older than the sky. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
fe9c4ca "Confidence makes you strong, not proud. Composure makes you tough, not timid. Courage makes you bold, not arrogant. Prudence makes you practical, not intolerant. Respect makes you honorable, not weak. Humility makes you modest, not spineless. Silence makes you prudent, not feeble. Meekness makes you gentle, not helpless. Kindness makes you caring, not vulnerable. Charity makes you compassionate, not spineless. Mercy makes you sympathetic, not fragile. Patience makes you cautious, not powerless. Piety makes you noble, not bigoted. Loyalty makes you trustworthy, not foolish. Justice makes you fair, not vengeful. Integrity makes you strong, not stern. Chastity makes you disciplined, not narrow. Wealth makes you prominent, not selfish. Power makes you influential, not self centered. Honor makes you important, not narcissistic. Fame makes you privileged, not spoiled. Servitude makes you respectable, not sycophantic. Self-control makes you dignified, not self-righteous. Discipline makes you focused, not obsessed. Imagination makes you special, not odd. Pleasure makes you happy, not corruptible. Goodness makes you saintly, not narrow. Faith makes you spiritual, not obstinate. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f756968 "When Africa suffers the Middle East suffers, when the Middle East suffers Asia suffers, when Asia suffers Europe suffers, when Europe suffers America suffers, and when America suffers the world suffers. What you learn from black people you won't learn from white people. What you learn from white people you won't learn from black people. What you learn from one people you won't learn from another people. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
053c966 "You don't have to be educated to be intelligent, eloquent to be wise, rich to be powerful, famous to be important, shameful to be popular, prominent to be superior, wealthy to be generous, influential to be fortunate, celebrated to be kind, famous to be hopeful, shameful to be happy, celebrated to be blessed, heartless to be strong, militant to be firm, loud to be assertive, cocky to be ambitious, overbearing to be dominant, nor aggressive to be determined. And you also don't have to be connected to be successful, gifted to be great, talented to be exceptional, connected to be brilliant, gifted to be extraordinary, talented to be successful, weak to be humble, frail to be meek, timid to be gentle, delicate to be humane, tame to be peaceful, vulnerable to be moderate, schooled to be cultured, literate to be civilized, conceited to be sophisticated, life-quotes-and-sayings knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
ab019c7 "If you believe in learning, you believe in inquiry. If you believe in education, you believe in literacy. If you believe in knowledge, you believe in curiosity. If you believe in understanding, you believe in practicality. If you believe in reason, you believe in sanity. If you believe in wisdom, you believe in sagacity. If you believe in dreams, you believe in fantasy. If you believe in diligence, you believe in prosperity. If you believe in exellence, you believe in mastery. If you believe in brilliance, you believe in longevity. If you believe in wealth, you believe in luxury. If you believe in justice, you believe in liberty. If you believe in tolerance, you believe in equality. If you believe in respect, you believe in courtesy. If you believe in manners, you believe in civility. If you believe in honor, you believe in decency. If you believe in culture, you believe in history. If you believe in tradition, you believe in stability. If you believe in order, you believe in harmony. If you believe in time, you believe in eternity. If you believe in fate, you believe in destiny. If you believe in life, you believe in reality. If you believe in permanance, you believe in infinity. If you believe in virtue, you believe in morality. If you believe in peace, you believe in humanity. If you believe in love, you believe in divinity. If you believe in God, you believe in spirituality. If you believe in faith, you believe in expectancy. If you believe in religion, you believe in sanctity. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
fd1786d "Where there is patience there is strength. Where there is contentment there is bliss. Where there is integrity there is trust. Where there is joy there is happiness. Where there is kindness there is mercy. Where there is hope there is courage. Where there is love there is power. Where there is truth there is freedom. Where there is prudence there is caution. Where there is humility there is honor. Where there is charity there is goodness. Where there is justice there is peace. Where there is freedom there is responsibility. Where there is tolerance there is diversity. Where there is order there is harmony. Where there is tolerance there is diversity. Where there is silence there is stillness. Where there is health there is wealth. Where there is knowledge there is treasure. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
c04711b "Need is stronger than want. Action is stronger than speech. Persuasion is stronger than force. Influence is stronger than authority. Progress is stronger than movement. Momentum is stronger than activity. Perfection is stronger than excellence. Consequence is stronger than action. Knowledge is stronger than ignorance. Instinct is stronger understanding. Wisdom is stronger than intelligence. Certainty is stronger than perception. Contentment is stronger than desire. Joy is stronger than happiness. Faith is stronger than courage. Love is stronger than yearning. Truth is stronger than reality. Fate is stronger than chance. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
ecbdb64 "Knowledge is a student, truth is its master; you are no higher than what you know. Perception is a student, understanding is its master; you are no higher than what you grasp. Curiosity is a student, truth is its master; you are no higher than what you desire. Intelligence is a student, wisdom is its master; you are no higher than what you understand. Happiness is a student, joy is its master; you are no higher than what you appreciate. Tolerance is a student, understanding is its master; you are no higher than what you bear. Desire is a student, contentment is its master; you are no higher than what you experience. Truth is a student, virtue is its master; you are no higher than what you practise. Hope is a student, faith is its master; you are no higher than what you believe. Want is a student, need is its master; you are no higher than what you seek. Peace is a student, contentment is its master; you are no higher than what you enjoy. Passion is a student, love is its master; you are no higher than what you share. Insight is a student, discernment is its master; you are no higher than what you perceive. Humanity is a student, nature is its master; you are no higher than what you cherish. Science is a student, creation is its master; you are no higher than what you conceive. Art is a student, ingenuity is its master; you are no higher than what you create. Life is a student, God is its master; you are no higher than what you esteem. The world is a student, the universe is its master; you are no higher than what you comprehend. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
d11039f "When there is no peace in Heaven there is no peace in the universe, when there is no peace in the universe there is no peace in the cosmos, when there is no peace in the cosmos there is no peace in the sky, and when there is no peace in the sky there is no peace on Earth. When there is no peace in your soul there is no peace in your heart, when there is no peace in your heart there is no peace in your mind, when there is no peace in your mind there is no peace in your life, and when there is no peace in your life there is no peace in your world. When there is peace in Heaven there is peace in the universe, when there is peace in the universe there is peace in the cosmos, when there is peace in the cosmos there is peace in the sky, and when there is peace in the sky there is peace on Earth. When there is peace in your soul there is peace in your heart, when there is peace in your heart there is peace in your mind, when there is peace in your mind there is peace in your life, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
a24ecbe "There is genius in plants, look how they make herbs. There is genius in flowers, look how they make scents. There is genius in trees, look how they make fruits. There is genius in seeds, look how they make forests. There is genius in bees, look how they make honey. There is genius in birds, look how they make nests. There is genius in spiders, look how they make webs. There is genius in ants, look how they make colonies. There is genius in clouds, look how they make rain. There is genius in storms, look how they make rainbows. There is genius in stars, look how they make light. There is genius in galaxies, look how they make planets. There is genius in order, look how it makes structure. There is genius in space, look how it makes distance. There is genius in momentum, look how it makes force. There is genius in stillness, look how it makes silence. There is genius in time, look how it makes fate. There is genius in sound, look how it makes music. There is genius in movement, look how it makes energy. There is genius in nature, look how it makes life. There is genius in intelligence, look how it makes reason. There is genius in understanding, look how it makes insights. There is genius in intuition, look how they make choices. There is genius in wisdom, look how it makes judgments. There is genius in minds, look how they make thoughts. There is genius in hearts, look how they make desires. There is genius in souls, look how they make experiences. There is genius in cells, look how they make bodies. There is genius in children, look how they make tales. There is genius in youth, look how they make questions. There is genius in adults, look how they make answers. There is genius in elders, look how they make proverbs. There is genius in the past, look how it makes memories. There is genius in the present, look how it makes reality. There is genius in the future, look how it makes destinies. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
8c9be3f "Truth has one eye, understanding has two ears, knowledge has three feet, and wisdom has four hands. Truth has the world's biggest mouth, wisdom has the world's largest ears, philosopher-quotations guru-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
3358eb3 "Ignorance is the world's oldest prison, fear is the world's oldest slave master, envy is the world's oldest poison, desire is the world's oldest fuel, curiosity is the world's oldest scholar, conscience is the world's oldest preacher, karma is the world's oldest judge, time is the world's oldest healer, destiny is the world's oldest prophet, truth is the world's oldest sage, courage is the world's oldest warrior, love is the world's oldest angel, joy is the world's oldest medicine, intelligence is the world's oldest professor, light is the world's oldest mirror, eternity is the world's oldest vault, knowledge is the world's oldest tree, wisdom is the world's oldest fountain, nature is the world's oldest clock, reality is the world's oldest portrait, darkness is the world's oldest curtain, stars are the world's oldest lamps, the sky is the world's oldest blanket, the Earth is the world's oldest bedroom, life is the world's oldest theatre, fate is the world's oldest conductor, people are the world's oldest actors, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
dcbfacc "Truth is my world. Hope is my sky. Joy is my star. Love is my universe. Peace is my creed. Hope is my doctrine. world-peace-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations sage-quotes african-philosophy-quotes african-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
586bb73 "The more you read, the more you learn. The more you learn, the more you know. The more you know, the more you understand. The more you understand, the more you can grow. The more you grow, the more you can do. learn-quotes read-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
6960c72 "Unity is good, but conformity is not. Servitude is good, but slavery is not. Submission is good, but bondage is not. Individualism is good, but insubordination is not. Devotion is good, but radicalism is not. Loyalty is good, but sycophancy is not. Risk is good, but irresponsibility is not. Courage is good, but unruliness is not. Calm is good, but cowardice is not. Caution is good, but panic is not. Coolness is good, but apathy is not. Composure is good, but shyness is not. Excitement is good, but agitation is not. Force is good, but cruelty is not. Might is good, but bullying is not. Mercy is good, but weakness is not. Sympathy is good, but frailty is not. Order is good, but oppression is not. Power is good, but despotism is not. Serenity is good, but timidity is not. Government is good, but bureaucracy is not. Politics is good, but politicians are not. Leadership is good, but autocracy is not. Justice is good, but revenge is not. Chastisement is good, but wrath is not. Integrity is good, but self-righteousness is not. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
2020808 "I embrace you despite your race. I accept you despite your religion. I admire you despite your education. I welcome you despite your gender. I love you despite your status. I need you despite your politics. You are my brothers, you are my sisters, you are my mothers, and you are my fathers. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
c8aad70 "If you value information, you will value truth. If you value truth, you will value knowledge. If you value knowledge, you will value insight. If you value insight, you will value understanding. If you value understanding, you will value wisdom. If you value wisdom, you will value enlightenment. If you value peace, you will value contentment. If you value contentment, you will value happiness. If you value happiness, you will value joy. If you value joy, you will value hope. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
677ccff "If you love people, and they hate you, esteem them anyway. If you help people, and they hurt you, sustain them anyway. If you embrace people, and they shun you, cherish them anyway. If you console people, and they hate you, respect them anyway. If you trust people, and they betray you, appreciate them anyway. If you teach people, and they ignore you, enlighten them anyway. If you adore people, and they shun you, honor them anyway. If you applaud people, and they despise you, regard them anyway. If you forgive people, and they offend you, shelter them anyway. If you defend people, and they attack you, uphold them anyway. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
c8836af "The universe appeals to your sense, not your senselessness; your understanding, not your shallowness; your discernment, not your blindness; your intellect, not your nonsense; your rationale, not your recklessness; your knowledge, not your ignorance; your wisdom, not your imprudence; your insight, not your brainlessness; and your enlightenment, not your foolishness. The universe also appeals to your enjoyment, not your sadness; your courage, not your fearfulness; your hope, not your bitterness; your humility, not your arrogance; your honesty, not your deceitfulness; your mercy, not your ruthlessness; your charity, not your stinginess; knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f5d5810 "Look into my mind, and you will see my individuality. Look into my heart, and you will see my personality. Look into my soul, and you will see my destiny. Look into my past, and you will see my misery. Look into my present, and you will see my agony. Look into my future, and you will see my victory. Look into my world, and you will see my poverty. Look into my sky, and you will see my adversity. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
4a0c039 "One bee does not make a swarm. One wasp does not make a nest. One wolf does not make a pack. One bull does not make a herd. One dog does not make a litter. One sheep does not make a flock. One lion does not make a pride. One branch does not make a tree. One pebble does not make a hill. One rock does not make a mountain. One dune does not make a desert. One spark does not make a flame. One finger does not make a hand. One color does not make a rainbow. One leaf does not make a plant. One flower does not make a garden. One seed does not make a forest. One drop does not make an ocean. One cloud does not make a sky. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
81f8aba "Where truth rises ignorance falls. Where certainty rises speculation falls. Where pleasure rises pain falls. Where joy rises grief falls. Where love rises fear falls. Where modesty rises ego falls. Where tolerance rises injustice falls. Where mercy rises vengance falls. Where integrity rises distrust falls. Where justice rises crime falls. Where equality rises abuse falls. Where freedom rises slavery falls. Where wealth rises poverty falls. Where knowledge rises illiteracy falls. Where wisdom rises dullness falls. Where harmoney rises anarchy falls. Where peace rises turmoil falls. Where order rises chaos falls. Where faith rises doubt falls. Where light rises darkness falls. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1152f1e "You have no power over your thoughts, but you do over your words. You have no power over your feelings, but you do over your deeds. You have no power over your circumstances, but you do over your response. You have no power over your reality, but you do over your reaction. You have no power over your background, but you do over your perspective. You have no power over your birth, but you do over your experiences. You have no power over your past, but you do over your present. You have no power over your history, but you do over your future. You have no power over your fortune, but you do over your actions. You have no power over your reputation, but you do over your character. You have no power over your destiny, but you do over yourself. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
70ca810 "When the mind is free, the heart is free. When the heart is free, the soul is free. When the soul is free, the body is free. When the body is free, the individual is free. When children are free, women are free. When women are free, men are free. When men are free, the family is free. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
a7b07f6 "There is no greater beast than envy, no greater thief than fear, no greater enemy than greed, no greater predator than wrath, and no greater poison than bitterness. There is no greater student than curiosity, no greater professor than intelligence, no greater schoolbook than experience, no greater exam than understanding, and no greater classroom than life. There is no greater preacher than integrity, no greater warrior than courage, no greater friend than contentment, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
51a88fa "Where there is speech there was once silence. Where there is motion there was once rest. Where there is matter there was once space. Where there is order there was once chaos. Where there is energy there was once potential. Where there is reality there was once perception. Where there is belief there was once ignorance. Where there is fact there was once opinion. Where there is knowledge there was once truth. Where there is evidence there was once theory. Where there is certainty there was once speculation. Where there is intuition there was once insight. Where there is prudence there was once understanding. Where there is pleasure there was once pain. Where there is compassion there was once grief. Where there is peace there was once strife. Where there is faith there was once doubt. Where there is hope there was once apathy. Where there is caution there was once fear. Where there is judgement there was once suspicion. Where there is freedom there was once duty. Where there is good there was once evil. Where there is love there was once affection. Where there is right there was once wrong. Where there is now there was once before. Where there is tomorrow there was once today. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
7120afb "No matter how tall or wide a tree is, it started off a seed. No matter how tall or wide a building is, it started off a brick. No matter how tall or wide a fire is, it started off a flame. No matter how tall or wide a mountain is, it started off a rock. No matter how tall or wide a baby is, he started off a cell. No matter how deep or wide a heart is, it started off a spirit. No matter how deep or wide an idea is, it started off a thought. No matter how deep or wide a concept is, it started off a desire. No matter how deep or wide a memory is, it started off an experience. No matter how deep or wide an experience is, it started off an awareness. No matter how deep or wide a stream is, it started off a puddle. No matter how deep or wide a river is, it started off a stream. No matter how deep or wide a lake is, it started off a river. inspiring-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
7a088ca "Education will give you titles, but experience will give you success. Hard work will give you progress, but diligence will give you excellence. Confidence will give you enthusiasm, but perseverance will give you discipline. Patience will give you control, but mastery will give you command. Intellect will give you positions, but integrity will give you authority. Ambition will give you the energy, but generosity will give you influence. Knowledge will give you strength, but wisdom will give you power. Talent will give you respect, but genius will give you honor. Pleasure will give you happiness, but joy will give you contentment. Strength will give you fortitude, but love will give you dominion. Courage will give you victory, but faith will give you greatness. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
fff4692 "Don't strive to be a leader, strive to be a server. Don't strive to be a general, strive to be a commander. Don't strive to be a teacher, strive to be a learner. Don't strive to be a warrior, strive to be a protector. Don't strive to be a prophet, strive to be a preacher. Don't strive to be a doctor, strive to be a healer. Don't strive to be a master, strive to be a learner. Don't strive to be an author, strive to be a reader. Don't strive to be a lecturer, strive to be a scholar. Don't strive to be an intellectual, strive to be a thinker. Not all of us were meant to teach, but all of us were meant to learn. Not all of us were meant to lead, but all of us were meant to serve. Not all of us were meant to be rich, but all of us were meant to be charitable. Not all of us were meant to be famous, but all of us were meant to be upright. Not all of us were meant to be mighty, but all of us were meant to persevere. leadership-quotations philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes leader-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes leadership-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
04d699f "Intelligence tells you what you to do. Insight tells you how to do it. Understanding tells you when to do it. Wisdom tells you why you do it. Discernment tells you what you to do. Skill tells you how to do it. Intuition tells you when to do it. Purpose tells you why you do it. Conviction tells you what you to do. Knowledge tells you how to do it. Experience tells you when to do it. Commonsense tells you why you do it. Your mind tells you what you to do. Your heart tells you how to do it. Your spirit tells you when to do it. Your soul tells you why you do it. Talent tells you what you to do. Mastery tells you how to do it. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations african-philosophy-quotes african-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
776d77f "What you love defines you better than what you hate. What you need defines you better than what you want. What you give defines you better than what you take. What you do defines you better than what you say. What you create defines you better than what you destroy. What you gain defines you better than what you lose. What you heed defines you better than what you ignore. What you help defines you better than what you hinder. What you esteem defines you better than what you dishonor. What you trust defines you better than what you fear. What you grasp defines you better than what you disbelieve. What you hold defines you better than what you release. What you draw defines you better than what you repel. What you face defines you better than what you avoid. What you finish defines you better than what you start. What you admire defines you better than what you despise. What you welcome defines you better than what you shun. What you heal defines you better than what you hurt. What you praise defines you better than what you condemn. What you cherish defines you better than what you disregard. What you appreciate defines you better than what you despise. What you strengthen defines you better than what you weaken. What you encourage defines you better than what you denounce. What you support defines you better than what you oppose. What you honor defines you better than what you violate. What you consider defines you better than what you ignore. What you accept defines you better than what you reject. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
a1a8770 "When you preserve skies, you preserve lands. When you preserve lands, you preserve trees. When you preserve trees, you preserve forests. When you preserve forests, you preserve animals. When you preserve animals, you preserve people. When you preserve streams, you preserve rivers. When you preserve rivers, you preserve lakes. When you preserve lakes, you preserve seas. When you preserve seas, you preserve oceans. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
1e12992 "When you maximize your intelligence you minimize your sweat. When you maximize your talents you minimize your competition. When you maximize your education you minimize your ignorance. When you maximize your strengths you minimize your weaknesses. When you maximize your opportunities you minimize your regrets. When you maximize your assets you minimize your debts. When you maximize your money you minimize your lack. When you maximize your wisdom you minimize your mistakes. When you maximize your integrity you minimize your disgrace. When you maximize your patience you minimize your anger. When you maximize your joys you minimize your bitterness. When you maximize your pleasures you minimize your sorrows. When you maximize your charity you minimize your greed. When you maximize your modesty you minimize your ego. When you maximize your love you minimize your fear. When you maximize your virtues you minimize your vices. When you maximize your needs you minimize your wants. When you maximize your diplomacy you minimize your opposition. When you maximize your compassion you minimize your conflicts. When you maximize your gratitude you minimize your unhappiness. When you maximize your kindness you minimize your enemies. When you maximize your friendships you minimize your troubles. When you maximize your relationships you minimize your hardships. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
eeedc60 "A lion never loses sleep over a sheep's sentiments. A fox never loses sleep over a rabbit's sentiments. A bird never loses sleep over a worm's sentiments. A cat never loses sleep over a mouse's sentiments. A monkey never loses sleep over a fruit's sentiments. A crocodile never loses sleep over a fish's sentiments. A chameleon never loses sleep over an insect's sentiments. A hyena never loses sleep over a corpse's sentiments. A serpent never loses sleep over a mouse's sentiments. A dog never loses sleep over a rodent's sentiments. A dog's appetite is served by its boldness. A serpent's appetite is served by its craftiness. A hyena's appetite is served by its covetousness. A chameleon's appetite is served by its deceptiveness. A crocodile's appetite is served by its fierceness. A monkey's appetite is served by its skillfulness. A cat's appetite is served by its inquisitiveness. A bird's appetite is served by its swiftness. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
3cbe2fc "Seeds achieve their highest potential in dirt. Birds achieve their highest potential in air. Fish achieve their highest potential in water. Stars achieve their highest potential in darkness. Serpents achieve their highest potential in grass. Monkeys achieve their highest potential in trees. Bats achieve their highest potential in caves. Flowers achieve their highest potential in soil. Worms achieve their highest potential in clay. Crocodiles achieve their highest potential in rivers. Sheep achieve their highest potential in pastures. Termites achieve their highest potential in woodlands. Sharks achieve their highest potential in oceans. Vultures achieve their highest potential in droughts. Sharks achieve their highest potential in oceans. Spiders achieve their highest potential in wildernesses. Camels achieve their highest potential in deserts. Wolves achieve their highest potential in forests. nature-sayings-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
72b3ec7 "Good employees are skilled; great employees are talented. Good employees are friendly; great employees are devoted. Good employees are cautious; great employees are brave. Good employees are calm; great employees are confident. Good employees are educated; great employees are experienced. Good managers are encouraging; great supervisors are forgiving. Good managers are calm; great supervisors are caring. Good managers are truthful; great supervisors are sincere. Good managers are compassionate; great supervisors are generous. Good managers are likable; great supervisors are loving. Good leaders are intelligent; great leaders are wise. Good leaders are bold; great leaders are fearless. Good leaders are artful; great leaders are kind. Good leaders are warriors; great leaders are servants. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
bc8c081 "Knowledge cannot lose when it bets against unawareness. Insight cannot lose when it bets against obliviousness. Intellect cannot lose when it bets against shallowness. Wisdom cannot lose when it bets against ignorance. Truth cannot lose when it bets against deceitfulness. Sight cannot lose when it bets against blindness. Virtue cannot lose when it bets against sinfulness. Light cannot lose when it bets against darkness. Patience cannot lose when it bets against hastiness. Joy cannot lose when it bets against unhappiness. Faith cannot lose when it bets against fickleness. Mercy cannot lose when it bets against vengefulness. Humility cannot lose when it bets against insolence. Kindness cannot lose when it bets against callousness. Dignity cannot lose when it bets against uncouthness. Love cannot lose when it bets against bitterness. Innocence cannot lose when it bets against unrighteousness. Patience cannot lose when it bets against intolerance. Trust cannot lose when it bets against doubtfulness. Purity cannot lose when it bets against hatefulness. Existence cannot lose when it bets against unconsciousness. Time cannot lose when it bets against impermanence. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f8220b2 "Before I see your race, I see your beauty. Before I see your gender, I see your indentity. Before I see your class, I see your personality. Before I see your appearance, I see your individuality. Before I see your titles, I see your integrity. Before I see your reputation, I see your capacity. Before I see your wealth, I see your charity. Before I see your fame, I see your nobility. Before I see your culture, I see your dignity. Before I see your tradition, I see your decency. Before I see your politics, I see your humanity. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
f2e5884 "Chaos owes its existence to darkness. Light owes its existence to energy. Reality owes its existence to time. Wind owes its existence to nature. Force owes its existence to acceleration. Darkness owes its existence to light. Sound owes its existence to movement. Silence owes its existence to stillness. Matter owes its existence to space. Heat owes its existence to motion. Harmony owes its existence to confusion. Opportunity owes its existence to chance. Destiny owes its existence to action. Consciousness owes its existence to eternity. Knowledge owes its existence to truth. Perception owes its existence to understanding. Curiosity owes its existence to observation. Intelligence owes its existence to wisdom. Insight owes its existence to discernment. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
46119b1 "If you doubt your insight, you will doubt your information. If you doubt your awareness, you will doubt your intellect. If you doubt your acumen, you will doubt your perception. If you doubt your intelligence, you will doubt your judgments. If you doubt your understanding, you will doubt your aptitude. If you doubt your wisdom, you will doubt your actions. If you believe in knowledge, you believe in learning. If you believe in learning, you believe in education. If you believe in education, you believe in illumination. If you believe in illumination, you believe in wisdom. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
d7321f8 "If you hate the poor, do not ask The Divine One for wealth. If you hate the despised, do not ask The Divine One for honor. If you hate the oppressed, do not ask The Divine One for freedom. If you hate the lowly, do not ask The Divine One for influence. If you hate the fatherless, do not ask The Divine One for children. If you hate the lonely, do not ask The Divine One for friends. If you hate the orphaned, do not ask The Divine One for parents. If you hate the divorced, do not ask The Divine One for a family. If you hate the weak, do not ask The Divine One for strength. If you hate the helpless, do not ask The Divine One for might. If you hate the timid, do not ask The Divine One for courage. If you hate the helpless, do not ask The Divine One for power. If you hate the avarage, do not ask The Divine One for excellence. If you hate the common, do not ask The Divine One for nobility. If you hate the meek, do not ask The Divine One for authority. If you hate the gentle, do not ask The Divine One for fortitude. If you hate the confused, do not ask The Divine One for understanding. If you hate the perplexed, do not ask The Divine One for insight. If you hate the ignorant, do not ask The Divine One for knowledge. If you hate the senseless, do not ask The Divine One for wisdom. If you hate the anxious, do not ask The Divine One for joy. If you hate the hopeless, do not ask The Divine One for faith. If you hate the downtrodden, do not ask The Divine One for peace. god-quotes theology-quotes philosopher-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes guru-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes spirituality-quotes spiritual-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
97c0fdd "Don't strive to be clever, strive to be sensible. Don't strive to be mighty, strive to be amiable. Don't strive to be eminent, strive to be helpful. Don't strive to be successful, strive to be useful. Don't strive to be rich, strive to be valuable. Don't strive to be great, strive to be humble. Don't strive to teach, strive to be knowledgable. Don't strive to preach, strive to be insightful. Don't strive to compete, strive to be impactful. Don't strive to command, strive to be resourceful. Don't strive to dominate, strive to be skillful. Don't strive to conquer, strive to be masterful. If you strive to be a preacher, strive to be spiritual. If you strive to be teacher, strive to be approachable. If you strive to be a leader, strive to be teachable. If you strive to be a warrior, strive to be thoughtful. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
c29464c "When truth confronts you, allow it. When proof opposes you, accept it. When error encounters you, challenge it. When deception engages you, shun it. When rational annoys you, permit it. When knowledge enlightens you, appreciate it. When understanding protects you, value it. When wisdom helps you, cherish it. When intuition guides you, treasure it. When education inspires you, revere it. When doubt discourages you, defy it. When despair demoralizes you, repel it. When bitterness disheartens you, resist it. When anger depresses you, attack it. When hatred harasses you, disown it. When joy strengthens you, welcome it. When faith preserves you, encourage it. When patience upholds you, harbor it. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
e91e3c3 "When I had no gym, The Divine One gave me rocks. When I had no health, The Divine One gave me herbs. When I had no perfume, The Divine One gave me flowers. When I had no bathtub, The Divine One gave me rivers. When I had no tap water, The Divine One gave me springs. When I had no diamonds, The Divine One gave me stars. When I had no umbrella, The Divine One gave me trees. When I had no companions, The Divine One gave me animals. When I had no pool, The Divine One gave me lakes. When I had no bed, The Divine One gave me fields. When I had no pillow, The Divine One gave me hay. When I had no shelter, The Divine One gave me a forest. When I had no bodygaurds, The Divine One gave me angels. When I had no teacher, The Divine One gave me nature. When I had no orchestra, The Divine One gave me crickets. When I had no choir, The Divine One gave me birds. When I had no lamp, The Divine One gave me the sun. When I had no blanket, The Divine One gave me the sky. When I had no mansion, The Divine One gave me the world. knowledge-quotes philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
63a45a2 "The best prayer is repentance. The best sermon is character. The best mirror is reality. The best shield is faith. The best hammer is will. The best ammunition is truth. The best fortress is reason. The best school is life. The best attorney is justice. The best counselor is experience. The best warrior is courage. The best teacher is patience. The best student is humility. The best prophet is tomorrow. The best general is strategy. The best priest is piety. The best physician is nature. The best herb is peace. The best medicine is forgiveness. The best wealth is happiness. The best angel is mercy. The best companion is prudence. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes solomonology-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
b4ac51c "Embrace all. Help some. Rely on few. Harm none. Listen to all, believe few, philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
00adbe5 "When you run from lies you are sprinting to truth. When you run from ignorance you are sprinting to knowledge. When you run from confusion you are sprinting to insight. When you run from folly you are sprinting to wisdom. When you run from grief you are sprinting to joy. When you run from doubt you are sprinting to faith. When you run from despair you are sprinting to hope. When you run from hate you are sprinting to love. When you run from strife you are sprinting to peace. When you run from anger you are sprinting to patience. When you run from despair you are sprinting to kindness. When you run from darkness you are sprinting to freedom. When you run from poverty you are sprinting to wealth. When you run from lowliness you are sprinting to prominence. When you run from dishonor you are sprinting to nobility. When you run from obscurity you are sprinting to fame. When you run from weakness you are sprinting to strength. When you run from loss you are sprinting to gain. philosopher-quotations philosophy-quotations philosopher-quotes philosophy-quotes wise-sayings-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotations wise-quotes wisdom-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
9fcdb2a "Knowledge opens your mind, understanding opens your heart, wisdom opens your soul. Patience opens your mind, gratitude opens your heart, humility opens your soul. Contentment opens your mind, freedom opens your heart, innocence opens your soul. Pleasure opens your mind, laughter opens your heart, joy opens your soul. Intelligence opens your mind, virtue opens your heart, love opens your soul. Confidence opens your mind, hope opens your heart, faith opens your soul. Focus opens your mind, determination opens your heart, fortitude opens your soul. Thoughts open your mind, emotions open your heart, desires open your soul. Consciousness opens your mind, awareness opens your heart, experience opens your soul. Imagination opens your mind, actions open your heart, life opens your soul. Truth opens your mind, philosopher-quotations sage-quotes african-philosopher-quotes african-philosophy-quotes guru-quotes solomonology-quotes matshona-dhliwayo-quotes wise-quotes enlightenment-quotes Matshona Dhliwayo
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