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«Among the best traitors Ireland has ever had, Mother Church ranks at the very top, a massive obstacle in the path to equality and freedom. She has been a force for conservatism... to ward off threats to her own security and influence.»
«A great obstacle to happiness is to expect too much happiness.»
«Life is full of obstacle illusions.»
Author: Grant Frazier | About: Life | Keywords: full, full of life, illusions, obstacle
«It is only the first obstacle which counts to conquer modesty»
Author: J. B. Bossuet | Keywords: obstacle
«Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity and are able to turn both to their advantage.»
«A route differs from a road not only because it is solely intended for vehicles, but also because it is merely a line that connects one point with another. A route has no meaning in itself; its meaning derives entirely from the two points that it connects. A road is a tribute to space. Every stretch of road has meaning in itself and invites us to stop. A route is the triumphant devaluation of space, which thanks to it has been reduced to a mere obstacle to human movement and a waste of time.»
«Intolerance is itself a form of violence and an obstacle to the growth of a true democratic spirit.»
«In the face of an obstacle which is impossible to overcome, stubbornness is stupid.»
«Merit is often an obstacle to fortune; the reason is it produces two bad effects, envy and fear.»
Author: Proverb | Keywords: obstacle
«Let what will be said or done, preserve your sang froid immovably, and to every obstacle oppose patience, perseverance and soothing language»

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