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Dignify and glorify common labor. It is at the bottom of life that we must begin, not at the top
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"Dignify and glorify common labor. It is at the bottom of life that we must begin, not at the top"

- Booker T. Washington

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In this quote, Booker T. Washington stresses the value of valuing and honoring common labor. He believes that real progress and success in life begins with the bottom, not from the top. This suggests that instead of concentrating on achieving high positions or titles, we ought to first recognize and value the effort and devotion of those who carry out daily tasks that keep society performance. By dignifying and glorifying typical labor, we can produce a more equivalent and just society where everybody's contributions are valued. Washington's words work as a pointer to not ignore the significance of simple starts and to give credit where credit is due.

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Booker T. Washington This quote is written / told by Booker T. Washington between April 5, 1856 and November 15, 1915. He was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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