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It seems to be a law of nature, inflexible and inexorable, that those who will not risk cannot win
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"It seems to be a law of nature, inflexible and inexorable, that those who will not risk cannot win"

- John Paul Jones

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This quote by John Paul Jones talks to the concept that taking threats is required in order to accomplish success. It suggests that those who are unwilling to take dangers will not have the ability to win, as if it is a law of nature. This implies that taking risks is a crucial part of life, and that without taking threats, one can not expect to achieve their goals. This quote motivates people to take dangers and to be brave in the face of unpredictability. It recommends that taking threats is the only method to achieve success, which those who hesitate to take risks will not be able to win. This quote is a pointer that taking dangers is required in order to achieve success, and that without taking threats, one can not anticipate to win.

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John Paul Jones This quote is written / told by John Paul Jones between July 6, 1747 and July 18, 1792. He was a famous Soldier from USA. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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