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"There would be no great men if there were no little ones"

- George Herbert

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This quote by George Herbert speaks with the importance of recognizing the contributions of all people, despite their size or stature. It recommends that without the contributions of the "kids," the "terrific males" would not exist. This suggests that the success of the excellent men is just possible since of the contributions of the children. It is a suggestion that success is not attained alone, however rather through the cumulative efforts of many. It is a call to acknowledge and value the contributions of all individuals, despite their size or stature. It is a tip that greatness is not achieved in seclusion, but rather through the cumulative efforts of many. It is a suggestion that greatness is not achieved through private effort alone, however rather through the collective efforts of many. In essence, this quote is a reminder that greatness is achieved through the cumulative efforts of lots of, and that all people, despite their size or stature, must be acknowledged and appreciated for their contributions.

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George Herbert This quote is written / told by George Herbert between April 3, 1593 and March 1, 1633. He was a famous Poet from United Kingdom, the quote is categorized under the topic Men. The author also have 44 other quotes.

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