Quotations are the fundamental distillation of a writer’s life and thinking as recorded in words and phrases for posterity. Through them the reader is afforded the unique opportunity to share in the thoughts, the life and the experiences of the writer. In a special way, they offer the reader a window into the mind of the author and hopefully an inducement to read further and learn more about the author and the story he relates.

On a wider scale, they are, as William Feather wrote, “the wisdom of the wise and the experience of the ages preserved into perpetuity“, and as such they are available for the enrichment and enhancement of humanity, regardless of age, sex, race, educational or economic status. They are indeed, as the Talmud states, “food for the famished”.

The collection of quotations presented in this blog, have been chosen by me because of their special impact upon me. They have been published so that you too, may experience the joy I have had over the years reading them and getting to know the authors.

I trust that you will come to know the feeling of deep satisfaction possible from reading them, searching out the author and meditating upon their meaning and their impact on your life.

Friday, October 10, 2008

EXCELLENCE

The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to Excellence,
regardless of their chosen field of endeavor ……..Vince Lombardi

Excellence is not an act but a habit. …….Aristotle

The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential;
... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal Excellence. …….. Confucius

Excellence encourages one about life generally;
it shows the spiritual wealth of the world. ……… George Eliot

Excellence is a process that should occupy all our days. …….. Ted W. Engstrom

I am careful not to confuse excellence with perfection.
Excellence, I can reach for; perfection is God's business. ……..Michael J. Fox

Excellence is doing ordinary things extraordinarily well. …… John W. Gardner

Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected. ….. Steve Jobs
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