I love the pride whose measure is its own eminence and not … - Franz Grillparzer

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I love the pride whose measure is its own eminence and not the insignificance of someone else.

Franz Grillparzer

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Franz Seraphicus Grillparzer (January 15, 1791 – January 21, 1872) was an Austrian dramatic poet.

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Let the famous not denounce fame. Far from being empty and meaningless, it fills those it touches with divine power.

I'd wish the government took honest people into consideration, it shows enough consideration for scoundrels.

Translation: The irreligious are more religious than they themselves know, and the religious are less so than they think.

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