Thucydides quote: Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage.

Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage.

~ Thucydides ~

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Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage.

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