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Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness ne

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"Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared"

- Buddha

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This quote is written / told by Buddha between 563 BC and 483 BC. He/she was a famous Leader. The author also have 50 other quotes.

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