Charles Baudelaire:
“To be a great man and a saint
FOR ONESELF,
That is the one important thing.”
(“Avant tout, être un grand homme et un saint -- pour soi-même.”)
9 years ago
Monday, May 9, 2011
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Charles Baudelaire:
“To be a great man and a saint
FOR ONESELF,
That is the one important thing.”
(“Avant tout, être un grand homme et un saint -- pour soi-même.”)
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From what I've read of him, I think I believe (now there's a definitive statement) Saint Francis did what he wanted to do, for himself. And, having done so, could then live for others.
— K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel
timeless wisdom! Capitalization isn't encouraged in poetry, but this one is just apt for emphasis. Thanks.
Well said my friend.
I love the notion of being a saint for oneself. Excellent, Mr. B.
Tess K.: "I love the notion of being a saint for oneself. Excellent, Mr. B."
I'm afraid I was just sort of coasting this week, so it's nice to get such a generous comment anyway. Thanks, Tess.
The sign of a great man or woman is that of those who do good for the love of it and not for the praise of it.
Anna :o]
PS Coasting or not - very wise words.
Liked what I read. Good one.
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