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All who have meant good work with their whole hearts, have done good work, although they may die before they have the time to sign it.
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Before those who loved him, his memory shines like a reproach; they honour him for silent lessons; they cherish his example; and in what remains before them of their toil, fear to be unworthy of the dead.
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To believe in immortality is one thing, but it is first needful to believe in life.
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Gentleness and cheerfulness, these come before all morality; they are the perfect duties.