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David Hume
(1711-1776) Scottish philosopher, economist and historian.
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Circumstance quotesHe is happy whom circumstances suit his temper; but he Is more excellent who suits his temper to any circumstance.
Power quotesThe law always limits every power it gives.
Eloquence quotesEloquence, at its highest pitch, leaves little room for reason or reflection, but addresses itself entirely to the desires and affections, captivating the willing hearers, and subduing their understanding.
Ambition quotesWhere ambition can cover its enterprises, even to the person himself, under the appearance of principle, it is the most incurable and inflexible of passions.
Custom quotesCustom, then, is the great guide of human life.
Happiness quotesHuman happiness seems to consist in three ingredients: action, pleasure and indolence.
Character quotesCharacter is the result of a system of stereotyped principals.
Government quotesNothing is more surprising than the easiness with which the many are governed by the few.
Thoughts quotesBeauty in things exists in the mind which contemplates them.
Greed quotesAvarice, the spur of industry.
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