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To love one that is great, is almost to be great ones self
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"To love one that is great, is almost to be great one's self"

- Samuel Johnson

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This quote by Samuel Johnson talks to the power of love and how it can elevate us to a higher level. He suggests that to love someone who is great is nearly to be great oneself. This suggests that when we enjoy someone who is exceptional, we can gain from them and progress people ourselves. It is a tip that we can be inspired by those around us and that we can grow and establish through our relationships. Johnson's quote also speaks with the idea that love can be transformative and that it can assist us to reach our greatest potential. By caring someone who is fantastic, we can become great ourselves. Eventually, this quote is a pointer that love can be an effective force in our lives which it can help us to reach our greatest potential.

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Samuel Johnson This quote is written / told by Samuel Johnson between September 18, 1709 and December 13, 1784. He was a famous Author from England. The author also have 150 other quotes.

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