The world is a dark place for one who looks to the table of others [for his sustenance].

Rav, Beitza 32b

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Crave for a thing, you will get it. Renounce the craving, the object will follow you by itself.

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The enemy is fear. We think it is hate; but, it is fear.

The wise speak softly, for their words do not attempt to convince.

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