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"4 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 06:48, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:58, 3 March 2009 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:14, 28 February 2009 (UTC) The above translation seems to be a lesser used one, and I now prefer to use an extended portion of a more common translation, which I might eventually rank a 3 or a 4:"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 07:11, 27 February 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 07:29, 28 February 2010 (UTC) for the more extensive version, and with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Zarbon 19:15, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 for both versions. InvisibleSun 23:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 16:09, 1 March 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with very strong lean toward a 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 1 March 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) but would extend this to :"

"1 Zarbon 19:15, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 3 March 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but would extend that to end with:"

"1 Zarbon 04:02, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 3 March 2019 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Zarbon 01:40, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:30, 3 March 2020 (UTC) 1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 17:09, 3 March 2015 (UTC) 2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 07:29, 28 February 2010 (UTC) // * 3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) but still with a lean toward 3 — I actually do not dislike this quote, but there are quite a few which are available which I find more impressive., but extending it for context to read:"

"3. --ო ~ #SheSaid 09:03, 2 March 2021 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:17, 3 March 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:25, 4 March 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 15:14, 28 February 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward a 4."

"3 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Kalki 02:19, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"1 Zarbon 06:48, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 DanielTom (talk) 17:10, 20 December 2017 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:14, 4 March 2020 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:07, 4 March 2022 (UTC) for this date, but a probable 4 on Aldrin's next birthdate, or perhaps sooner,"

"3 InvisibleSun 09:21, 31 December 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 07:36, 31 December 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 17:50, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:51, 31 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:14, 1 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 InvisibleSun 20:51, 31 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 (leaning toward 2) allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:03, 31 December 2015 (UTC) * 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 23 December 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. But would extend this slightly to read:"

"3 allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"4 allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 (strongly leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:35, 31 December 2019 (UTC) * 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:11, 1 January 2018 (UTC) — but extended to read:"

"3 Zarbon 06:41, 21 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:49, 31 December 2023 (UTC) 1 Kalki 01:04, 27 December 2008 (UTC) I can agree with the statement entirely, but simply don't see this relic of the cold war era, when major nations did have developed notions of nuclear war as a prominently promoted option of policy, as a good opener for any new year. ~ Kalki 23:44, 30 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 (strongly leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) (This can be an effective opener for a new year since it's a quote about building future policy.) -->"

"3 (leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"2. Fys. “Ta fys aym”. 13:52, 30 December 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 07:36, 31 December 2006 (UTC) Not a great lead for any "New Year", but could rank this a 3 eventually."

"2 allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) (Ditto on what Kalki said)"

"3 Kalki 01:04, 27 December 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 17:50, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 01:04, 27 December 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon 06:41, 21 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki (talk · contributions) 19:54, 30 December 2011 (UTC) I can agree with much of the portent of this statement, but actually tend to embrace theologies which believe the Ultimate Being ultimately forgives everyone their mortal flaws, deficiencies and apparent imperfections — but that does not mean it is possible to pardon them — and doing their best to avoid the worst of unpardonable errors and helping others to do the same is the responsibility of the wise. 2 Kalki 01:04, 27 December 2008 (UTC)."

"1 allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 06:22, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:04, 27 December 2008 (UTC) but might rank this a 3 if extended for more context, it has no clear context in this form. I could probably also rank it a 3, if the initial "The" were trimmed to simply read "Danger, however, is not less real..."; otherwise it should be extended to:"

"proposed by AJMH :"

"2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 18:54, 24 January 2010 (UTC) No strong relation to the date."

"3 allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC) (Although, given the greatness of this quote, it might be prudent to find a date that further heightens its importance.)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 23 December 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 23 December 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 23 December 2012 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"2 (leaning toward 1) allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 23 December 2012 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"4 if used on 1 January 2081, 2 (leaning toward 1) if used on any other date. allixpeeke (talk) 22:33, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:48, 31 December 2014 (UTC) but with a strong lean toward 4, IF used on 1 January 2081, and a strong lean toward 2 otherwise."

"3 DanielTom (talk) 23:06, 2 August 2016 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:11, 1 January 2018 (UTC) with a lean toward 3, or even an eventual 4."

"Nominated by Jaredscribe (talk) 02:42, 31 December 2024 (UTC) in honor of the seventh day and eighth and last night of w:Hannukah 5785, and the 1st of w:Tevet, which coincides with 1st January on this unusual year. Next year the Hannukah will start on 14th of December, which will be the (25th of w:Kislev), and could be featured then if it's too late to be accepted this year. (This is my first time voting or proposing a quote, not sure if I'm doing this correctly but we'll see ..)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 31 December 2024 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 21:37, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:10, 31 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 21:37, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 02:44, 31 January 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:05, 3 February 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 21:37, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 02:59, 31 January 2012 (UTC) with a strong lean towards 4."

"3 Suggested by bystander 22:02, 11 February 2012 (UTC) (with a strong lean towards 4). -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:02, 1 February 2019 (UTC) 3 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 02:59, 31 January 2012 (UTC) with a strong lean towards 4."

"3 InvisibleSun 06:48, 31 January 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 18:09, 31 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 00:47, 24 January 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 00:47, 24 January 2011 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:29, 31 March 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:29, 31 March 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 31 January 2017 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC) (but leaning towards a 4) -->"

"3 because this is somewhat true. Zarbon 03:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:18, 28 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 03:12, 25 February 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:12, 28 February 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 InvisibleSun 23:18, 28 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 01:52, 27 February 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:12, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:27, 28 February 2012 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:24, 28 February 2012 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:53, 26 February 2014 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:24, 28 February 2012 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. -->"

"3 (strongly leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 (leaning toward 2) for the same reason suggested by Kalki. allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 28 February 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 03:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 18:08, 19 February 2012 (UTC)"

"4 allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->, selected by Kalki"

"3. Fys. “Ta fys aym”. 10:12, 27 February 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:38, 28 February 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but extended this for context."

"2 Zarbon 03:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:18, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"2 (leaning toward 3) allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->, selected by Kalki"

"2 Kalki 16:12, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 JessRek6 (talk) 22:33, 29 February 2020 (UTC) Birthday; source Howells not used previously on this date. -->"

"0 JessRek6 (talk) 17:14, 28 February 2020 (UTC) Quotes from the same source Wilbur used previously on this date (2006, 2008, 2017); nominations from the same editor used previously on this date (2008, 2009, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017). -->"

"4. Fys. “Ta fys aym”. 10:12, 27 February 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because revenge is sweet and loyalty is that much sweeter. Zarbon 03:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"0 JessRek6 (talk) 22:20, 29 February 2020 (UTC) Nominations from the same editor used previously on this date (2008, 2009, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017)."

"3 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 (leaning toward 2) allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 (leaning toward 2) allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:44, 28 February 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 and leaning toward a 4. Zarbon 15:49, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 15:49, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon 15:49, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 16:12, 28 February 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 Zarbon 16:32, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:29, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 16:32, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:24, 28 February 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:24, 28 February 2012 (UTC)"

"4 if used in 2016, 3 (strongly leaning toward 4) if used before or after 2016. allixpeeke (talk) 21:02, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:18, 29 February 2016 (UTC), with a lean toward 3; I simply prefer the Ferenc Dávid quote as a stronger one for this year, but will consider this a strong contender for next year."

"0 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:06, 5 March 2020 (UTC) this appears to have been an improperly cited misattribution — it has not been reliably sourced, and it appears unlikely to become so. 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:38, 28 February 2019 (UTC) with a lean toward 4; but with some reservations — not able to precisely locate the original source of this, as yet."

"0 JessRek6 (talk) 16:37, 28 February 2020 (UTC) Unsourced; quotes from the same source Todorov used previously on this date (2007, 2012, 2019); nominations from the same editor used previously on this date (2008, 2009, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017)."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:54, 29 February 2024 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 08:36, 31 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 08:36, 31 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:28, 31 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 20:28, 31 March 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 23:08, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Kalki 06:05, 31 March 2009 (UTC) I would probably rank this a 3, or even a 4 eventually, but have a much stronger inclination to use "I avow myself the partisan of truth alone." by William Harvey for this year."

"3 InvisibleSun 20:21, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 17:37, 29 March 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 06:05, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC), with a strong lean toward 4, for this or one of the other variant translations of this"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:49, 31 March 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:28, 31 March 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 — appropriate for All Fool's Day as well as Wilmot's birthday..."

"3 InvisibleSun 21:06, 31 March 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 23:08, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 20:56, 31 March 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 31 March 2020 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:10, 1 April 2021 (UTC) — but would extend this for context to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:02, 1 April 2022 (UTC) 3 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC), but might use a variant clearly sourced to the 19th century:"

"2 Zarbon 05:08, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 20:21, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 because this is one of my alltime favorites. The man and beast comparison is an excellent one, one of sheer brilliance. Zarbon 23:08, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Waylon111 (talk) 16:55, 24 January 2024 (UTC) -->"

"I don't really know why I care so much. I just have something inside me that tells me that there is a problem, and I have got to do something about it. I think that is what I would call the God in me. All of us have a God in us, and that God is the spirit that unites all life, everything that is on this planet. ~ Wangari Maathai"

"3 Kalki 20:28, 31 March 2007 (UTC) I have a strong tendency to prefer strong links to "All Fool's Day" on this date, but lean toward a 4 for this one despite this."

"2 Kalki 20:28, 31 March 2007 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:06, 31 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:33, 31 March 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"0 Zarbon 23:10, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC)"

"0. What is the relevance to this date? - InvisibleSun 20:21, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 13:44, 28 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3, but an ellipsis should be used rather than a dash."

"3 and strong lean toward 4. Zarbon 13:44, 28 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 17:14, 22 February 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 19:31, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 01:04, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:08, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 01:29, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 01:29, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Kalki 02:02, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"0 Zarbon 05:08, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1. Frederick II of Prussia had already said something quite similar. - InvisibleSun 20:21, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:02, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:08, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:02, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 InvisibleSun 20:21, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 03:23, 27 March 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 06:05, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 06:05, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 06:05, 31 March 2009 (UTC) Though part of this was already used."

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 10:32, 29 November 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 (alternatively, this could be used on 11 April — as the anniversary of her famous appearance on Britain's Got Talent)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:19, 1 April 2016 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, for ALL Fool's Day."

"2 --ΞΔΞ (talk) 14:37, 7 April 2019 (UTC)"

"3 Lisa (talk) 20:26, 30 March 2021 (UTC)"

"3 --ΞΔΞ (talk) 14:37, 7 April 2019 (UTC)"

"2 Lisa (talk) 20:26, 30 March 2021 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:32, 1 April 2025 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 13:12, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Aphaia 19:24, 30 April 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Aphaia 19:24, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:50, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 14:00, 30 April 2007 (UTC) and with a preference for the full verse."

"3 in verse form. - InvisibleSun 18:22, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 in verse form. Aphaia 19:24, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"2 in either form Zarbon 04:50, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 18:22, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because what happens, happens for reason. Zarbon 04:50, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:03, 30 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 21:22, 28 April 2011 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:29, 30 April 2012 (UTC) 2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 21:22, 28 April 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. -->"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 11:41, 27 March 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 09:22, 26 April 2013 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:58, 27 March 2013 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4. but with the Old english script amended to : Gǣð ā Wyrd swā hīo scel! (as has already been done in the article). -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:02, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:30, 30 April 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:53, 30 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 30 April 2016 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:57, 30 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"Lyle 13:53, 11 September 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 1 May 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 08:29, 24 October 2009 (UTC) but would extend this to the original statement regarding "Catch 22":"

"3 N6n 02:51, 12 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:34, 30 April 2020 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 05:36, 1 May 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. , but perhaps trimmed of first sentence. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:15, 1 May 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) though most of this was already used, on 9 December 2004."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 30 April 2023 (UTC) 3 Kalki 13:12, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:50, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:14, 1 May 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 13:12, 30 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because hope alone is not enough to live, especially under difficult circumstances. Zarbon 04:50, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"The day will come when, after harnessing space, the winds, the tides, gravitation, we shall harness for God the energies of love. And, on that day, for the second time in the history of the world, man will have discovered fire. ~ Pierre Teilhard de Chardin"

"2 Zarbon 05:42, 7 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4, [but I also remain suspicious and reluctant to count these votes of "Fossil" despite there being no absolute proof of the there being fraudulance involved in the vote]"

"Nothing except a battle lost can be half so melancholy as a battle won. ~ Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:57, 17 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:10, 18 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"The history of a battle, is not unlike the history of a ball. Some individuals may recollect all the little events of which the great result is the battle won or lost, but no individual can recollect the order in which, or the exact moment at which, they occurred, which makes all the difference as to their value or importance. ~ Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington"

"3 Kalki 23:53, 30 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"3 Kalki 14:00, 30 April 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. but this seems to be an anonymous proverb, and thus not attributed to Addison."

"3 Kalki 14:00, 30 April 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 because as the main agenda of Greek philosophy has always been, one can not escape from one's own fate, especially when one does not know one's own fate to begin with. Beautiful. Zarbon 15:08, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 20:03, 30 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 because sometimes it is truly hard to reply to a woman of sheer beauty. Zarbon 15:08, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because dying is nothing compared to destroying or tainting one's honor, and moreso reputation. Zarbon 15:08, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 — but this can be interpreted with both noble and ignoble senses of the word "honour""

"3 because true virtue and loyalty comes from service to one's country. Zarbon 15:08, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 because this is very true. It is a gift in itself to do one's duty, and rightly so. Zarbon 15:08, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because in some instances, everything flashes before one's eyes, life and death alike, before the end. The comparison of bane and suffering to that of life and the antidote expressed in the form of death is also magnificent. Zarbon 15:08, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:38, 30 April 2009 (UTC) but could use more context."

"3 and lean toward 4. Zarbon 22:55, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:53, 30 April 2009 (UTC) I would rank this higher, but the last part of it was already used, on 18 June 2008"

"2 Zarbon 22:55, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:02, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:53, 30 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 05:03, 1 May 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 05:36, 1 May 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 06:15, 1 May 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 (May 1 will be 2014's National Day of Reason.) DanielTom (talk) 11:47, 7 January 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:12, 7 January 2014 (UTC) but with slight lean toward 2 — Reason is valuable — but reliances upon one's own impressions in its name is often just as blinding as those in name of passion. To see beyond names and passions often requires more than the shallowest forms of reason — which all too often people believe suffices."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:45, 1 May 2025 (UTC) One sentence of this was used as QOTD in 2025, but I believe it still might be worth using the more extensive quote some day. 4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:22, 1 May 2025 (UTC) /// 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:33, 1 May 2017 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"Never be deceived that the rich will allow you to vote away their wealth. ~ Lucy Parsons"

"We cannot help but believe that were every law, every title deed, every court, and every police officer or soldier abolished tomorrow with one sweep, we would be better off than now. ~ Lucy Parsons"

"proposed by Ilovemydoodle (talk) 00:06, 8 May 2022 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:02, 25 June 2022 (UTC)"

"Traverse not the globe for lore! The sternest But the surest teacher is the heart; Studying that and that alone, thou learnest Best and soonest whence and what thou art. ...Moor, Chinese, Egyptian, Russian, Roman, Tread one common down-hill path of doom; Everywhere the names are man and woman, Everywhere the old sad sins find room.Evil angels tempt us in all places. What but sands or snows hath earth to give? Dream not, friend, of deserts and oases; But look inwards, and begin to live. ~ James Clarence Mangan (dob)"

"2 Zarbon 03:24, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:14, 31 May 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 03:24, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 eh, I just like the credit given to angels having experience beforehand. I shortened the quote since it was rather long. Zarbon 16:15, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:00, 30 May 2012 (UTC) but only if extended to : Angels are those beings who have been on an earth like this, and have passed through the same ordeals that we are now passing through. They have kept their first estate far enough to preserve themselves in the Priesthood. They did not so violate the law of the Priesthood and condemn themselves to the sin against the Holy Ghost as to be finally lost. They are not crowned with the celestial ones. They are persons who have lived upon an earth, but did not magnify the Priesthood in that high degree that many others have done who have become Gods, even the sons of God. Human beings that pertain to this world, who do not magnify or are not capable of magnifying their high calling in the Priesthood and receive crowns of glory, immortality, and eternal lives, will also, when they again receive their bodies, become angels and will receive a glory. They are single, without families or kingdoms to reign over. All the difference between men and angels is, men are passing through the day of trial that angels have already passed through."

"2 InvisibleSun 23:14, 31 May 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ * 3 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because those who are smart aren't always those who are the victors in a dangerous situation. Sometimes it takes more than intellect to overcome unparalleled odds. And this quote I cherish because many people can write and fight with words, but few can actually show action. Zarbon 17:06, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:57, 31 May 2016 (UTC) 2 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 but extended for context:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 1 June 2017 (UTC) * 2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 01:17, 28 May 2010 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:07, 31 May 2018 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC) — but would now extend this to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 31 May 2019 (UTC) // but before posting it, corrected the quote with earlier source than one initially used on the MM article page. -->"

"2 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3.5 dibbydib⌐■_■ (barate me) 00:19, 22 May 2020 (UTC) -->"

"4 because those who are far from heavy sympathy and peacefulness are those who end up obtaining most of the power, and hence, "the better bargain". Zarbon 17:06, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Ficaia (talk) 19:06, 12 May 2024 (UTC) -->"

"3 because execution is the final judgment, but alas, a weaker form of proving a point where intellect fails. Zarbon 17:06, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because the functions of the brain and its capacity in similarity to the workings of a computer have been compared often. Zarbon 16:15, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because words are a weapon. Zarbon 16:15, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because the desired tomorrow may never come. Zarbon 16:15, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:00, 30 May 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 I think what Young is trying to say here is that making the law one's servant is the same as serving the law...which is actually corresponding with law. To master the law, would actually be going against it...nice way of putting it, a little confusing, but nice nonetheless. Zarbon 16:15, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:08, 31 May 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 01:08, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 01:17, 28 May 2010 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:38, 1 June 2022 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:42, 31 May 2023 (UTC)"

"The pageant of the river bank had marched steadily along, unfolding itself in scene-pictures that succeeded each other in stately procession. Purple loosestrife arrived early, shaking luxuriant tangled locks along the edge of the mirror whence its own face laughed back at it. Willow-herb, tender and wistful, like a pink sunset cloud, was not slow to follow. Comfrey, the purple hand-in-hand with the white, crept forth to take its place in the line; and at last one morning the diffident and delaying dog-rose stepped delicately on the stage, and one knew, as if string-music had announced it in stately chords that strayed into a gavotte, that June at last was here."

"2 121a0012 June 27, 2005 03:52 (UTC) (I think there are other, better known quotes from that movie even if that's the source we choose to honor. July 1 is also Canada Day, which to me would suggest something from Margaret Atwood, Pierre Berton, or Mordecai Richler instead—but I don't know these authors well enough to choose an examplar.)"

"4 Kalki (2008·06·30) — I Hadn't noticed that there was a 4 in the recent scorings below, but ranking this a 4 now, because I've already just picked it, and think it fits in well with yestrday's QOTD, and one likely for tomorrow. 3 Kalki 12:57, 1 July 2007 (UTC) One of the better known quotes from the movie, though the date tie-in might be rather tenuous."

"1 Zarbon 04:48, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:28, 30 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:48, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:28, 30 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 00:01, 28 June 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:45, 30 June 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Zarbon 18:05, 21 August 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:12, 1 July 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:45, 30 June 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 18:05, 21 August 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:43, 30 June 2016 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:45, 30 June 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 30 June 2005 21:03 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 InvisibleSun 21:28, 30 June 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 00:44, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because sometimes peace can only be won through war, and better yet, sometimes fire must be fought with fire. Zarbon 04:54, 18 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 06:05, 20 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:44, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 and I agree with this. I believe that all races should be preserved and kept pure. That is what will always keep them culturally brilliant. This is also a nice way of going against interracial marriage, which I am strongly against. Zarbon 06:19, 20 May 2008 (UTC)"

"0 InvisibleSun 21:28, 30 June 2008 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 00:44, 1 July 2008 (UTC) I was briefly going to rank this a 1, as conceivably usable, in some fashion, but there is just no way I'd actually consider it Wikiquote QOTD material, and am simply being honest about that. ~ Kalki 01:04, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"0: I can't conceive of any reason Wikiquote should promote this kind of sentiment. Hydrangeans (talk) 21:48, 3 November 2024 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 16:32, 30 June 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:45, 30 June 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 18:05, 21 August 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 23:53, 29 June 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 23:53, 29 June 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 19:00, 13 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:58, 30 June 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Hydrangeans (talk) 21:50, 3 November 2024 (UTC) For clarity, this date is suggested because this is the day on which Snow said the quote. Hydrangeans (talk) 21:51, 3 November 2024 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 30 June 2025 (UTC)"

"first song played on MTV, 1 August 1981"

"4 Jeff Q (talk) 09:47, 17 July 2006 (UTC) I prefer this for the 25th anniversary of MTV. -->"

"1 Zarbon 14:55, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:48, 31 July 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ~ DanielTom (talk) 01:39, 27 July 2013 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:03, 29 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"Call me Ishmael. Some years ago — never mind how long precisely — having little or no money in my purse, and nothing particular to interest me on shore, I thought I would sail about a little and see the watery part of the world. It is a way I have of driving off the spleen and regulating the circulation. ~ Herman Melville in Moby-Dick"

"0 (no source, no anon, no relevance) ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 04:43, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"0 Zarbon 14:55, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 04:49, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"3 Jeff Q (talk) 09:47, 17 July 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 14:55, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 00:29, 2 August 2008 (UTC) not as memorable as the chorus of the song, which has already been used."

"3 Kalki 23:33, 31 July 2005 (UTC) with a lean toward 4"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:48, 31 July 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:23, 22 May 2008 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 19:22, 1 June 2009 (UTC) because this is apparently a misattribution, at least in terms of authorship. 1 Kalki 11:00, 31 July 2008 (UTC) I would rank this higher, but I don't believe this actually originates with Badnarik."

"PhR 18:36, 1 June 2009 (UTC)NPOV prevents me from commenting on Badnarik. Check http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Rita_Mae_Brown right here."

"2 Zarbon 03:23, 22 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 11:00, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:03, 29 July 2013 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 14:02, 31 July 2016 (UTC)"

"3 Budder1336 (talk) 21:46, 31 July 2025 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon 03:23, 22 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 11:00, 31 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"1 ~ DanielTom (talk) 01:39, 27 July 2013 (UTC)"

"4. Anti-slavery quote, explaining the difference between the benefits of free men versus the detriment of slavery. Speaker was born on August 1. Source here. – Illegitimate Barrister 20:21, 4 August 2015 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 31 July 2016 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 31 July 2016 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 31 July 2016 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 31 July 2016 (UTC)"

"3 in regard of The Concert for Bangladesh (or Bangla Desh, as the country's name was originally spelt) was a pair of benefit concerts organised by former Beatles guitarist George Harrison and Indian sitar player Ravi Shankar. The shows were held at 2:30 and 8:00 pm on Sunday, 1 August 1971, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, to raise international awareness of, and fund relief for refugees from East Pakistan, following the Bangladesh Liberation War-related genocide. --ᘙ (talk) 23:53, 28 December 2025 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:06, 31 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:13, 31 August 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 19:25, 26 August 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:14, 31 August 2012 (UTC) but would extend it for context to read:"

"2 Zarbon 21:49, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:06, 31 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 (very thought provoking) DanielTom (talk) 02:36, 16 January 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 (I laughed.) DanielTom (talk) 02:36, 16 January 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 02:36, 16 January 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 Ficaia (talk) 02:42, 15 July 2024 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 31 August 2025 (UTC) — but extended slightly for context. -->"

"We'd all like t'vote fer th'best man, but he's never a candidate. ~ Kin Hubbard"

"This was already used, on 2 November 2004 ~ Kalki 23:13, 31 August 2008 (UTC) -->"

"Comment: WWII started on Sept. 1"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 13:18, 1 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 ~ Kalki I would prefer to use this on a day more associated with Lee, or the US Civil War rather than another specific war, there I might rank it 3 or 4."

"1 but a 3 if used on a more relevant date Zarbon 21:49, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 22:06, 31 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:37, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:13, 31 August 2008 (UTC)"

"1 and I like Clayton the hunter. Zarbon 15:26, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 19:38, 30 August 2010 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:45, 16 January 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 31 August 2018 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:55, 30 September 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Not the most inspirational thing he ever said, but my how time flies. Ningauble 23:00, 28 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:19, 30 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:17, 30 September 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Waheedone 19:14, 18 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 22:16, 28 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Waheedone 19:14, 18 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 13:11, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 N6n 04:10, 14 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by Zarbon<!-- * 3 Zarbon 03:54, 13 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 16:12, 22 September 2012 (UTC)2 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 22:16, 28 September 2008 (UTC) — Agree with this strongly, but ranked it somewhat lower than I might normally do to oppose and counterbalance what I believe to be improper votes made with the username Waheedone."

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 13:11, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:38, 30 September 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 00:41, 30 September 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:45, 30 September 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:55, 30 September 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 , but extended to read:"

"1 Zarbon 03:44, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 30 September 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Gleethorpe man 20202 (talk) 22:22, 29 September 2015 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:55, 30 September 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC) I don't get it."

"2 It crosses the line and actually assumes that the creator took personal interest in shaping man! I don't like this line crossed. N6n 04:10, 14 September 2010 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:54, 13 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 22:16, 28 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 DutchOff (talk) 09:40, 12 October 2022 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:16, 28 September 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 19:18, 10 August 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC)"

"0 N6n 04:10, 14 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 DutchOff (talk) 09:40, 12 October 2022 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 19:55, 30 September 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:15, 30 September 2014 (UTC)"

"3 --ΞΔΞ (talk) 05:50, 18 January 2019 (UTC)"

"Since honour from the honourer proceeds, How well do they deserve that memorize And leave in Books, for all posterities The names of worthies and their virtuous deeds: When all their glory else, like water-weeds Without their element, presèntly dies, And all their greatness quite forgotten lies, And when and how they flourished no man heeds! How poor remembrances are statues, tombs, And other monuments that men erect To princes, which remain in closèd rooms Where but a few behold them, in respect Of Books, that to the universal eye Show how they lived; the other where they lie! ~ John Florio (probably died in October)"

"4 --Angel 13:39, 14 November 2006 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:22, 31 October 2007 (UTC)"

"4 Herby talk thyme 20:32, 31 October 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Waheedone 03:44, 21 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 22:02, 31 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:19, 31 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 12:43, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Ningauble 22:02, 31 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 11:12, 8 October 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 23:35, 31 October 2005 (UTC) but would now extend this to begin with "It's not too near for me""

"3 --Angel 13:39, 14 November 2006 (UTC)"

"1 because of the same reasoning given above. Zarbon 17:14, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 02:16, 30 October 2011 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 12:43, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Ningauble 22:02, 31 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:19, 31 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:18, 31 October 2014 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Ningauble 22:02, 31 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Herby talk thyme 20:32, 31 October 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 17:14, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ~~~~ — I thought I had posted this ranking as a 4, prior to using it, but obviously had not done so — but even without that change it had top ranking by others. ~ KALKI 2022·10·31 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 05:03, 31 October 2012 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC) might eventually rank this higher again, but believe there are many other quotes more worthy of note."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:27, 31 October 2024 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC)"

"A man said to the universe: "Sir I exist!" "However," replied the universe, "The fact has not created in me A sense of obligation." ~ Stephen Crane"

"2 Zarbon 17:14, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 10:13, 30 October 2005 (UTC)"

"2 --Angel 13:39, 14 November 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC)"

"0 Ningauble 22:02, 31 October 2008 (UTC)"

"0 because it is unsourced. - InvisibleSun 22:19, 31 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:35, 31 October 2005 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 ShanghaiTim 11:16, 14 November 2006"

"1 because this one is rather sexual, something I'd try to avoid as QOTD. Zarbon 17:14, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:35, 31 October 2005 (UTC) with a lean to 4."

"1 although this is actually one of my alltime favorite songs (and I truly love it), it doesn't hold powerful moral as QOTD. Zarbon 17:14, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 17:12, 6 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 16:58, 18 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 for starting the quote at "With such strong...""

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:29, 28 March 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ~ UDScott 21:31, 30 November 2005 (UTC)"

"3 ~ Viridis 05:42, 27 March 2006 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 09:28, 5 January 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:01, 30 November 2007 (UTC) -->"

"2 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 21:29, 30 November 2005 (UTC), but only if extended for context:"

"4 ~ --Angel 17:51, 30 November 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:17, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 though like Kalki I would prefer to see it quoted in context. Antiquary 17:44, 30 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 18:30, 30 November 2008 (UTC) for the longer version -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 09:28, 5 January 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 18:27, 30 November 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Antiquary 17:44, 30 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:31, 30 November 2015 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 30 November 2013 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. -->"

"3 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 18:27, 30 November 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 15:17, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 21:23, 20 December 2007 (UTC) Good quote, but no clear relation to the date; it would be better on a birthday, but might be usable here if there's ever a shortage of date-related quotes."

"1 Zarbon 15:17, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 21:23, 20 December 2007 (UTC) Another good quote, but no clear relation to the date."

"1 76.0.79.210 02:48, 8 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because hell hath no fury like that of a scorned nation. Zarbon 04:11, 18 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 00:08, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Antiquary 17:44, 30 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 19:08, 30 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 02:47, 27 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:08, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:32, 27 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:08, 29 November 2008 (UTC) — originally ranked for the first suggestion, but ranking remains the same for the corrected version added to the author's page by Ninguable:"

"3 Lyle 20:31, 10 December 2008 (UTC) * 0 I misattributed these lyrics. Lyle 14:56, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:38, 27 November 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 bystander (talk) 14:42, 1 December 2012 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 30 November 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 30 November 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 30 November 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 30 November 2013 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 30 November 2025 (UTC); in regard of his recent death."

"4 InvisibleSun 13:51, 1 January 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 13:51, 1 January 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:24, 1 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 02:19, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 17:51, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 01:10, 2 January 2006 (UTC)"

"3 because in the heat of combat, defense is as important as offense, if not more important. Zarbon 05:33, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 16:55, 1 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:24, 1 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 could also run on September 8 for the Battle of Eutaw Springs Ficaia (talk)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 05:29, 31 December 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:54, 25 May 2023 (UTC); with a lean toward 4."

"An old eagle, a blind eagle, who waits hungry and cold and still; He seeks nothing, he fears nothing: he stands lone on a lonely hill. ~ Gilbert Murray"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:51, 1 February 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 10:13, 2 September 2007 (UTC) Fits in well with Groundhog Day theme, as well as Joyce's birthday. * 3 Kalki 22:16, 1 February 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:02, 1 February 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because it is true. Only after making the mistake does mankind realize. Zarbon 21:41, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:31, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 10:21, 29 January 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:06, 3 February 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 21:41, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 02:49, 31 January 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:16, 1 February 2007 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 21:41, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:07, 1 February 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:31, 27 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 bystander 22:25, 11 February 2012 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:51, 31 January 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:56, 1 February 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:16, 1 February 2007 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4 but would extend this to begin with:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:14, 1 February 2016 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:56, 1 February 2015 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:14, 1 February 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:16, 1 February 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 1 February 2023 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:53, 2 February 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:44, 1 February 2024 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 22:16, 1 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:16, 1 February 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:00, 29 January 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Just A Regular New Yorker 01:54, 1 February 2018 (UTC)"

"This has now been used, for Wikiquote:Quote of the day/September 1, 2014 3 Kalki 09:23, 2 September 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3.5 Just A Regular New Yorker 01:56, 1 February 2018 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 18:13, 31 January 2009 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 23:07, 1 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 18:37, 31 January 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 though I like the concept attributed to the "gun". - Zarbon 04:31, 27 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 18:37, 31 January 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 This is way too long but I would give this a 2 if it were shortened to the last phrase "Do not let the hero in your soul perish, in lonely frustration for the life you deserved, but have never been able to reach. Check your road and the nature of your battle. The world you desired can be won, it exists, it is real, it is possible, it's yours." - Zarbon 04:31, 27 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:53, 2 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:00, 29 January 2010 (UTC) * 4 Kalki 23:53, 2 February 2009 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:45, 31 January 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:44, 1 February 2024 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:44, 1 February 2024 (UTC); with a lean toward 4."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:44, 1 February 2024 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 13:30, 1 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:55, 1 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 02:10, 1 March 2009 (UTC) for either of these... for This year ONLY."

"3 for the first suggestion..."In times like these..." and 1 for the "And now you know..." - Zarbon 05:15, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 for the first. InvisibleSun 23:03, 1 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC)3 Kalki 02:10, 1 March 2009 (UTC) was inclined to rank this 4, but for this year prefer one in honor of Paul Harvey, who has just died. ~ Kalki 02:10, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:03, 1 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:29, 28 February 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:59, 28 February 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 16:27, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 00:08, 27 February 2012 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 16:27, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 1 March 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 1 March 2017 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:29, 28 February 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:25, 1 March 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:55, 1 March 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 --ო ~ #SheSaid 18:22, 1 March 2021 (UTC) -->"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:29, 28 February 2012 (UTC) -->"

"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. ~ Dr. Seuss (attributed)"

"Don’t give up! I believe in you all A person’s a person, no matter how small! And you very small persons will not have to die If you make yourselves heard! So come on, now, and TRY! ~ Dr. Seuss ~"

"1 Zarbon 03:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 13:30, 1 March 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 15:51, 25 February 2010 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4.* 2 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:03, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 Kalki 00:38, 1 March 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:29, 28 February 2012 (UTC)"

"Though Straub may have used this somewhere, it is actually a statement of Jesus Christ, as quoted in the Gospel of Thomas, saying 70. ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:29, 28 February 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 06:44, 28 February 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 06:44, 28 February 2013 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:54, 31 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:54, 31 March 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 23:13, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Zarbon 05:32, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:15, 1 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:32, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:35, 31 March 2011 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. but would extend this to include the quote directly above this one, thus:"

"3 for all versions. Zarbon 05:32, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:33, 1 April 2012 (UTC) for the last translation 2 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC) for either the first or last translations, with a lean toward 3 for the first and perhaps even a 4 for the last."

"2 for the second and third versions. - InvisibleSun 22:15, 1 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 23:13, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:11, 31 March 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 for both versions. Zarbon 05:32, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:40, 1 April 2015 (UTC) 2 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC) but extending the first one for context:"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:15, 1 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 03:26, 27 March 2013 (UTC) I prefer the first one. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:11, 1 April 2017 (UTC) 1 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC) (most of this was used last year, otherwise I would rank it higher.) -->"

"3 Zarbon 23:13, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:07, 1 April 2024 (UTC) 2 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 and strong lean toward 4. Zarbon 06:31, 22 November 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 02:17, 29 March 2009 (UTC) Indifference is not a force at all — it is the base out of which Life and all Love and Hate emerge, and with Love ultimately the victor in all that endures with Life. ~ Kalki 02:17, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 05:32, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 06:44, 31 March 2009 (UTC) I might rank this a 2 or more with some context, but it doesn't seem to have much of a point as it stands."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:32, 24 April 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Lisa (talk) 07:44, 31 March 2021 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:07, 2 April 2023 (UTC); with a lean toward 3 — but I cannot yet find a citation of the original source of this, and the earliest attribution to Zola I have yet located dates to a snippet in Kenya Education Journal Vol. 1 (1958)."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 1 April 2025 (UTC); remarks on possibilities of doing a third term as US President."

"3 because although a philosophical mind will not create revenue, it will more than create wisdom, which in some cases, is more important to garnering the image of "god", a sense of "freedom" and remaining in the state of "immortality", never erased from the history of existence. Zarbon 15:22, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 07:07, 1 May 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 06:56, 8 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 17:21, 1 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:37, 1 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 because a transformation can be made, even from the state of chaos. Zarbon 15:22, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 07:07, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:02, 28 April 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:07, 2 May 2008 (UTC) but extended to start with "Before abstraction everything is one, but one like chaos; after abstraction everything is united again, but this union is a free binding of autonomous, self-determined beings." -->"

"1 Zarbon 06:56, 8 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:37, 1 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:07, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:31, 30 April 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:07, 2 May 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. -->"

"2 because being a realist is fine, but exceeding to an extent of not seeing anything else, to a degree of narrowness isn't warranted. Zarbon 04:37, 2 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:53, 1 May 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:07, 2 May 2008 (UTC) though I believe his comments refer to those who are normally called "realists" because they focus upon the physical processes or what are normally called practical affairs, but he also gives some hints of the "idealism" which must be included within the scope of a higher "realism.""

"2.5 Ningauble 17:21, 1 May 2009 (UTC) Vernacular and technical meanings of "realism" vary widely, and vary over time. I suspect his meaning could have been translated with greater precision were simplicity of expression sacrificed. -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:37, 2 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:07, 2 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because all children need some form of guidance. Tarzan and Mowgli have nice stories but they aren't the best characteristic transformations to be had. Zarbon 15:22, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 12:42, 1 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:33, 1 May 2016 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:46, 1 June 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:12, 1 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:59, 1 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:46, 1 June 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 13:19, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 06:22, 1 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:24, 29 May 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:59, 1 June 2008 (UTC) but would extend this to include the lines from the previous stanza:"

"3 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣 01:25, 1 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:12, 2 June 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:59, 1 June 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. But would extend this for context to read:"

"1 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣 01:25, 1 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:06, 2 June 2021 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 20:53, 1 June 2007 (UTC) [but extended this for context ~ Kalki 2021·06·01]"

"1. This is an unsourced quote. InvisibleSun 22:46, 1 June 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 20:53, 1 June 2007 (UTC) Good quote but no clear relation to the date; the one by Martha Washington (upon a similar theme) that I've added below is related to her birthday today."

"3 Kalki 20:53, 1 June 2007 (UTC); but would now (2023·06·01) extend this for context to read:"

"2 Zarbon 13:19, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 06:22, 1 June 2008 (UTC)"

"1. This is an unsourced quote. InvisibleSun 22:12, 1 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Pithy Francoln (talk) 16:09, 11 October 2016 (UTC)"

"4 Pithy Francoln (talk) 16:23, 11 October 2016 (UTC)"

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:14, 1 June 2017 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:21, 2 June 2023 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 05:02, 1 July 2008 (UTC) But would prefer to extend it with its somber continuation:"

"3 for quote with extension. - InvisibleSun 23:36, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 16:57, 1 July 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 30 June 2005 05:42 (UTC) I am also now inclined to extend this to end: "And yet it also pleases me and seems right that what is of value and wisdom to one man seems nonsense to another.""

"3 InvisibleSun 21:57, 1 July 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:50, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 18:42, 1 July 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 18:07, 21 August 2009 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by Kalki"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:14, 1 July 2016 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:47, 28 June 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 but would extend this to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:38, 1 July 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 20:44, 6 December 2010 (UTC) but would now extend this to read:"

"1 Zarbon 04:50, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:14, 2 July 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 05:02, 1 July 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:11, 2 July 2024 (UTC) 2 Kalki 05:02, 1 July 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:51, 1 July 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:12, 30 June 2010 (UTC) ; but extended for context to read:"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 08:20, 25 Jun 2005 (UTC)"

"2 121a0012 June 27, 2005 03:52 (UTC)"

"This quote has already been used as a quote of the day, in January 2005. Also, Hemingway's birthday is actually the 21st of July; he died on the 2nd."

"2 Kalki 05:02, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 05:02, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 for humorous intent by Canseco. Zarbon 14:38, 20 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 23:36, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 14:38, 20 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 05:02, 1 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 20:36, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 21:26, 1 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 00:05, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:57, 1 July 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 18:07, 21 August 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:57, 1 July 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:12, 30 June 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:47, 28 June 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:47, 28 June 2011 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:47, 28 June 2011 (UTC)"

"3 Cremastra (talk) 23:52, 17 October 2024 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 21:13, 1 August 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:22, 1 August 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:22, 1 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 14:58, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:15, 1 August 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:11, 30 July 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:20, 29 July 2012 (UTC)3 Kalki 10:26, 1 August 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 14:58, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 11:37, 29 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:44, 1 August 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:52, 31 July 2010 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 11:37, 29 July 2013 (UTC) I think this quote would be better if nominated on Faraday's birthday. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 1 August 2016 (UTC) 3 Kalki 10:26, 1 August 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 11:37, 29 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:32, 1 August 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:52, 31 July 2010 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:55, 1 August 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 11:37, 29 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 1 August 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 11:37, 29 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:27, 2 August 2025 (UTC) 2 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"0 (no source, no anon, no relevance) ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 04:43, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"0 Zarbon 14:58, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 03:31, 31 July 2006 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 10:26, 1 August 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 10:26, 1 August 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 03:46, 22 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 Kalki 11:10, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:15, 1 August 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:52, 31 July 2010 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:11, 30 July 2011 (UTC)"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister (talk) 20:25, 13 April 2016 (UTC)"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister (talk) 20:41, 13 April 2016 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:59, 2 August 2025 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 23:49, 1 September 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 00:24, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:54, 1 September 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:57, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 00:22, 1 September 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 00:24, 1 September 2008 (UTC) but I would extend this to read :"

"2 Zarbon 04:12, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 04:12, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:26, 31 August 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:37, 31 August 2013 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:26, 31 August 2012 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4. -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 19:56, 26 August 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:49, 31 August 2016 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:26, 31 August 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4; but am extending it to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:54, 1 September 2018 (UTC), but would extend this to begin with "Free trade consists simply in letting people buy and sell as they want to buy and sell. It is protection that requires force, for it consists in preventing people from doing what they want to do. " -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:04, 1 September 2019 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:26, 31 August 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:32, 1 September 2023 (UTC) 1 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:24, 31 August 2010 (UTC) I can for the most part agree with this in many senses of the statement, but would also assert that words are never "nothing", though intentions, aims and effects are often of far greater consideration — and thus, though I might eventually rank this higher, am currently ranking it as merely acceptable, because there are other quotes by Bourget and by Henry George I find far superior in current worth and potential import. // 2 Kalki 00:22, 1 September 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 00:24, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:26, 31 August 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. — but extended slightly for context. 2024·09·01 -->"

"1 Zarbon 21:51, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:54, 1 September 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 - for Vietnamese National Day. LordAmeth 18:48, 23 May 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:58, 1 September 2006 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:44, 1 September 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 22:59, 1 September 2007 (UTC) 2 as it stands, but I would rank it a 3 if it were trimmed to the most essential line: "We stayed till, it being darkish, we saw the fire as only one entire arch of fire from this to the other side the bridge, and in a bow up the hill for an arch of above a mile long: it made me weep to see it.""

"3 Kalki 09:07, 2 September 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 21:51, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:24, 1 September 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"1 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:53, 30 August 2010 (UTC) no clear relation to the date."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:24, 31 August 2010 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:26, 31 August 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:11, 1 October 2016 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:29, 2 September 2025 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:07, 2 October 2007 (UTC) -->"

"1 but leaning towards a 2. I don't particularly understand the meaning towards the end...the portion from "like meanings said...half-meanings." It sort of flails the original concept away. A bit confusing. I wouldn't normally give a 4 selection 1 unless I didn't understand the initial message. Zarbon 03:45, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:43, 1 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:43, 1 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Waheedone 19:20, 18 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 N6n 14:10, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:46, 29 September 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 because this is true. Without difficulty and hardships, life would not be interesting. Zarbon 03:45, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:47, 29 September 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:07, 2 October 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 03:45, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Nvvchar (talk) 08:00, 28 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:24, 30 September 2014 (UTC) though I am inclined to prefer a couple others by Gandhi. -->"

"2 Zarbon 13:05, 2 October 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 13:05, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:07, 2 October 2021 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:11, 2 October 2022 (UTC) 2 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 InvisibleSun 07:20, 1 October 2006 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:07, 2 October 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 00:07, 2 October 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 03:45, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because only those who are inexperienced in the art of war would boast about it. Zarbon 17:39, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because the man who has the will will find the way. Zarbon 17:39, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:16, 13 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 00:35, 1 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 17:53, 4 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 01:44, 1 October 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 01:44, 1 October 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, but perhaps trimmed a bit to just:"

"3 Kalki 01:44, 1 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:12, 1 October 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 02:12, 1 October 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:55, 1 October 2016 (UTC)"

"3 --ΞΔΞ (talk) 09:32, 22 April 2019 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 1 October 2023 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 18:28, 1 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 14:24, 1 November 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 00:20, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"0 uh, why was this suggested two days in a row...? Fossil 20:04, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Antiquary 21:38, 1 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 00:52, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Antiquary 21:38, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:42, 1 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon (talk) 04:35, 10 April 2019 (UTC) -->"

"4 Zarbon (talk) 04:35, 10 April 2019 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon (talk) 04:35, 10 April 2019 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:10, 2 November 2024 (UTC) This was already used on 29 January 2004 Kalki 00:52, 19 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 10:18, 30 October 2005 (UTC)"

"0 Zarbon 17:15, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 00:52, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 22:42, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:11, 1 November 2005 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 18:28, 1 November 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 17:15, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"0 because it is unsourced. InvisibleSun 22:42, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because if you want something done, it's best to do it yourself. Zarbon 04:04, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:52, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because this is a brilliant quote. To die quickly and save oneself the trouble of suffering. Damn brilliant. Zarbon 01:21, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:59, 7 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:36, 7 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:36, 7 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:38, 1 November 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:38, 1 November 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 23:38, 1 November 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 23:38, 1 November 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon (talk) 04:35, 10 April 2019 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:25, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 17:35, 1 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Antiquary 20:35, 1 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:41, 1 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 19:28, 1 December 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 23:28, 1 December 2005 (UTC) but might extend it to read:"

"2 Ningauble 17:35, 1 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:41, 1 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 22:03, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 19:29, 1 December 2013 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 05:31, 2 December 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 1 December 2015 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 19:29, 1 December 2013 (UTC) but would extend this to read at least:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:45, 1 December 2016 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 19:29, 1 December 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:28, 1 December 2019 (UTC) 2 with a lean toward 3: I actually thought this the most likely choice for 2018, prior to the death of George H. W. Bush yesterday., but with a slight extension for context. -->"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:57, 1 December 2020 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 19:29, 1 December 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:17, 2 December 2021 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 19:29, 1 December 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 18:40, 30 November 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because the art of retreat is important, whether it be for a military tactician or merely someone who needs to escape from a dangerous situation. Zarbon 06:39, 21 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 00:18, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because it states what happened, when Bagramyan's forces entered the Berlin bunker, because I like the ending of this description heavily. Especially the bit "And aha! Now, after the winter of 1945, Soviet forces captured the descendants of these royal hounds in their very own doghouse!" The comparison of the high ranking Germans to royal hounds is very powerful and just as the German shepherd was slain, so was its master. And in its very own doghouse no less. A magnificent and enthralling quote, but it might be best if trimmed, a matter of personal preference to just "And aha! Now, after the winter of 1945, Soviet forces captured the descendants of these royal hounds in their very own doghouse!" but still great either way. Zarbon 06:39, 21 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:49, 27 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:18, 29 November 2008 (UTC), but perhaps a 3 if extended to:"

"0 Ningauble 17:35, 1 December 2008 (UTC) (unremarkably unoriginal)"

"2 Kalki 00:45, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 22:03, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 10:21, 5 May 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 14:45, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:31, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 because death is not an end. The memory will always remain and linger. Magnificent. Zarbon 17:05, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 seems a good thought near the start of the year. Triviaa 04:20, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC) Though it seems familiar, and a slight enough difference of translation, I cannot find this actually published in the above form, and would prefer to extend this as:"

"proposed by Zarbon <!-- * 3 because sometimes good comes from one's mistakes, elegant. Zarbon 17:05, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:18, 31 December 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:58, 31 December 2013 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 31 December 2013 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:17, 2 January 2016 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:08, 31 December 2013 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by DanielTom<!-- The news today about "Atomic bombs" is so horrifying one is stunned. The utter folly of these lunatic physicists to consent to do such work for war-purposes: calmly plotting the destruction of the world! ~ J. R. R. Tolkien"

"2 DanielTom (talk) 02:37, 8 November 2017 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:59, 2 January 2018 (UTC) -->"

"2 Triviaa 04:20, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:53, 2 January 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 17:08, 12 September 2015 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:34, 2 January 2021 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:17, 2 January 2016 (UTC) with a lean towards 4., but would extend this for context to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 2 January 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 because without knowledge, we have emptiness. Zarbon 17:05, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Triviaa 04:20, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC) I can agree that books are desirable, but not that all rooms require them. Also now with a lean toward 0, as this seems a very loose summary paraphrase rather than an accurate quote. ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 2 January 2025 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:54, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 perhaps better for the end of the year? Triviaa 04:20, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Triviaa 04:20, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 06:29, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:18, 31 December 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:18, 31 December 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4; but would probably extend this a bit to read:"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 2 January 2025 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 20:41, 2 February 2008 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:03, 3 February 2007 (UTC) I had wanted to create a Don McLean page today, but I simply haven't had the time to do so (might get 'round to it in a week or so), and so am shifting my pref to this one. It fits in well with the previous QOTD. -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:59, 31 January 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:03, 3 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 21:46, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:06, 2 February 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:39, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:39, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 03:58, 31 January 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:03, 3 February 2007 (UTC) ( and I will try to get around to creating a page for him sometime soon...) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 21:46, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:29, 2 February 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:03, 3 February 2007 (UTC) with a verty strong lean toward 4. But extended this for context."

"proposed by InvisibleSun<!-- A profession can confer on quite ordinary men in their exercise of it, virtues which, if they were extended to all circumstances of life, would make of them heroes or saints. ~ Simone Weil"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:51, 2 February 2022 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:03, 3 February 2007 (UTC) but would extend this at least to read:"

"1 Zarbon 21:46, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 07:59, 31 January 2007 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:33, 2 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:51, 2 February 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4 (but I think this might have been used…)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:06, 2 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:39, 27 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:51, 2 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:51, 2 February 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4, despite its length."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 2 February 2025 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC)with a very strong lean torward 4."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:29, 2 February 2015 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:42, 27 March 2015 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:50, 28 February 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward a 4."

"3 for both versions. Zarbon 06:01, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:27, 27 February 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward a 4, but only for the longest version."

"3 for the longer version; 2 for the shorter. InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 bystander (talk) 00:42, 27 February 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 03:45, 2 March 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) But would prefer to extend this to begin with "Parliamentary government is simply a mild and disguised form of compulsion." with a strong lean toward 4 for the extended version."

"3 for the extended quote. - InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 01:00, 3 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 06:01, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 2 March 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but would extend this to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:05, 3 March 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but would extend this for context to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:07, 2 March 2020 (UTC)3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:09, 3 March 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) but I would prefer to extend this much to include the full statement, with a strong lean toward 4:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:02, 3 March 2023 (UTC) — for this longest option."

"2 for the shorter; 3 for the longer. The quote is curiously reminiscent of his son-in-law's remark about poets as the "unacknowledged legislators," etc. InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3. --ო ~ #SheSaid 08:44, 2 March 2021 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 06:01, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) // but extended slightly to complete the sentence quoted."

"3 Kalki 23:29, 2 March 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 04:01, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:29, 2 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:29, 2 March 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 04:01, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:29, 2 March 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 19:10, 8 March 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 and lean toward a 4. Zarbon 06:01, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) In this form I rank it only a 2, although I would give what is perhaps another translation of this same statement (or at least a similar one), a 3 or even perhaps a 4:"

"3 for the first; 2 for the possible alternative translation. InvisibleSun 23:17, 2 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon 06:01, 1 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 02:14, 2 March 2009 (UTC) but somewhat inclined toward a 3"

"1 Zarbon 01:00, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:34, 2 March 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:34, 2 March 2015 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:45, 3 March 2016 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 19:19, 1 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC) but would prefer to extend this a bit to begin with"

"2 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 InvisibleSun 22:17, 2 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 02:46, 31 March 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 07:42, 31 March 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:20, 1 April 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 03:30, 27 March 2013 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 14:36, 2 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:17, 2 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 2 April 2016 (UTC) 2 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 19:46, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:14, 2 April 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) but only for a trimmed version beginning at "You may not believe in evolution..." -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 2 April 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:32, 2 April 2021 (UTC) 2 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:29, 3 April 2023 (UTC) 3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 23:18, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:19, 1 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 23:18, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 15:58, 28 January 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC) (with a strong lean toward a 4, but might do more sourcing of variants of this, including the famous one of Franklin's today, or sometime soon...)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:00, 2 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because this is true. Through the usage of one's own force and power, one keeps another from raising his sword. Very beautiful ideological perspective. Zarbon 23:18, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC) — but this appears to be a saying Herbert collected in Jacula Prudentum; or Outlandish Proverbs, Sentences, &c. Selected by Mr. George Herbert (1651), rather than one which he created."

"3 because one understands one's own suffering better than all others. Zarbon 23:18, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:30, 2 April 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 19:46, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3, or even 4 but only for a more fully sourced version:"

"3 and strong lean toward 4. Zarbon 19:46, 30 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 07:42, 31 March 2011 (UTC) 2 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 07:35, 31 March 2009 (UTC) This seems to be Day quoting a hymn."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:13, 13 December 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Lisa (talk) 07:51, 31 March 2021 (UTC)"

"The Rose of the World hangs high on a thorny Tree. Whoso would gather must harrow his hands and feet. But oh! It is sweet. ~ Rachel Annand Taylor (dob)"

"3 InvisibleSun 05:21, 2 May 2007 (UTC)"

"4 Aphaia 16:02, 2 May 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 because sometimes it is important to have all these qualities. Zarbon 04:52, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:11, 2 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Aphaia 16:02, 2 May 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:52, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:52, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 because this is so true. I love this concept with all my heart. Zarbon 04:52, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:24, 1 May 2014 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:07, 28 February 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:24, 1 May 2015 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:07, 28 February 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 13:35, 1 May 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:51, 2 May 2019 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:07, 2 May 2016 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:42, 2 May 2020 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:07, 2 May 2016 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. -->"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:07, 28 February 2013 (UTC) with a slight lean toward 4."

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 13:36, 22 September 2015 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:07, 2 May 2016 (UTC)"

"4. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 13:36, 22 September 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:15, 4 May 2017 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:26, 4 May 2017 (UTC)"

"3 --ΞΔΞ (talk) 19:11, 6 June 2019 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:22, 2 May 2025 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 14:25, 2 June 2008 (UTC) There is one suggested by Sydney Smith which I actually like better, in many ways, but this follows the flow of yesterday's quote well."

"4 InvisibleSun 21:55, 2 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 04:14, 4 June 2008 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:25, 2 June 2008 (UTC) This I would normally rank a 4, but for this year, I am preferring another Lessig quote."

"4 Lyle 18:11, 2 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:55, 2 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 14:25, 2 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 (leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:11, 2 June 2015 (UTC) As a tribute to the 50th anniversary of the film. Other quotes from other sources might otherwise likely have my preference. -->"

"3 allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"2 allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 because everyone starts inferior at something. It takes time to become superior, it doesn't happen overnight. Zarbon 16:28, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:07, 3 June 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:25, 2 June 2008 (UTC) , but would extend this for context to read:"

"1 allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"2 because he says it as it is. Zarbon 16:28, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because I agree. Many people who are timid, don't make an effort...but the possibilities would be endless if they did. Zarbon 16:28, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because this one is rather comical, although it holds some abundant truth to it. Zarbon 16:28, 17 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 (leaning toward 2) allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:44, 29 May 2011 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:44, 29 May 2011 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:44, 29 May 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 10:55, 3 June 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 10:55, 3 June 2011 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 (strongly leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"4 allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:47, 2 June 2017 (UTC)"

"2 (leaning toward 3) allixpeeke (talk) 19:17, 22 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 2 June 2021 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 2 June 2021 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:47, 5 December 2021 (UTC), with a lean toward 4."

"3 ᘙ (talk) 13:20, 17 March 2023 (UTC)"

"4 Jeff Q (talk) 10:24, 30 June 2006 (UTC). I love Kafka, but this is too appropriate for Wikiquote to wait for next year. -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:20, 2 July 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:20, 2 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 I like this one. Zarbon 04:53, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:53, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 03:04, 28 June 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 05:44, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:08, 2 July 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:27, 1 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:00, 2 July 2014 (UTC)3 Kalki 22:03, 2 July 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 04:53, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:27, 1 July 2013 (UTC) I don't get this one either. -->"

"1 please be more thorough as to why this would make a good QOTD, if for some reason a person doesn't know what Back to the Future is. Zarbon 03:10, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:07, 2 July 2015 (UTC) I might have chosen some other quote from it for the 30th anniversary of the famous film, but find this acceptable. 2 Kalki 05:44, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 19:08, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:27, 1 July 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 2 July 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:03, 2 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 08:22, 25 Jun 2005 (UTC)"

"3 121a0012 June 27, 2005 03:52 (UTC) (But italicize title.)"

"2 A famous line, but still a relatively obscure and simply puzzling statement to many people. ~ Kalki"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:20, 2 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:03, 2 July 2007 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:27, 1 July 2013 (UTC) ? I don't get it."

"3 Kalki 22:03, 2 July 2007 (UTC) with a slight lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:00, 30 June 2010 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:27, 1 July 2013 (UTC) I'm back to not getting it again."

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:27, 1 July 2013 (UTC) This quote sounds like it's supposed to be important but I guess I just don't understand Tom Stoppard."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:30, 1 July 2016 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:34, 1 July 2016 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:39, 2 August 2007 (UTC) -->"

"1 because this is a rambling. Okay, we have a purpose...and? I don't particularly think this makes for a good QOTD, as to why I overlooked it before. Zarbon 04:14, 2 August 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 because no moment can be replaced. Zarbon 04:14, 2 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:21, 2 August 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:14, 2 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because all is intertwined. Zarbon 04:14, 2 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:06, 30 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:47, 1 August 2014 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 12:12, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:21, 2 August 2009 (UTC)"

"4 allixpeeke (talk) 07:18, 25 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:17, 2 August 2015 (UTC) I had thought of extending this with one of the later occurrences in the play, to make a more extensive statement, but decided to just accept this first line; I had actually wanted to use one of the Simak quotes slightly more, for this year — but hadn't fully developed a layout for it, but was able to create a couple for this rather rapidly, and am about ready to post one of them, for the 60th anniversary of the first English performance. -->"

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:06, 30 July 2013 (UTC)"

"3 allixpeeke (talk) 08:23, 25 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:42, 2 August 2017 (UTC) 2 Kalki 12:12, 31 July 2008 (UTC) (but would complete the last sentence as Simak wrote it: "Is the attitude of faith, of believing in something for which there can be no more than philosophic proof the true mark of a Christian?" — in that form I might someday rank it a 3, or even a 4, but not this year.)"

"3 for the completed quote. - InvisibleSun 23:21, 2 August 2009 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:06, 30 July 2013 (UTC) for the whole quote."

"0 as written, 3 for the complete quote. allixpeeke (talk) 07:21, 25 August 2014 (UTC) -->"

"3 allixpeeke (talk) 08:23, 25 August 2014 (UTC) (I've thought this myself.) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:55, 2 August 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 23:49, 31 July 2010 (UTC) // but expanded slightly for context."

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 04:58, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"2 121a0012 02:38, August 2, 2005 (UTC) (corrected year per WP)"

"3 AllanHainey 07:50, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:39, 2 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 14:59, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 (strongly leaning toward 4) allixpeeke (talk) 07:18, 25 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Ficaia (talk) 20:10, 31 May 2024 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:23, 2 August 2024 (UTC) -->; 1492 diary entry starting his journey to what will become known as America."

"3 (August 3rd is Yazidi Genocide Remembrance Day.) ᘙ (talk) 11:17, 9 December 2022 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:04, 3 August 2025 (UTC); but trimmed slightly. -->; August 3rd is Yazidi Genocide Remembrance Day."

"3 because the eternity of time stretches forever and the acceptance of the unknown is what makes it even more of a mystery. Zarbon 15:39, 30 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 12:12, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 allixpeeke (talk) 07:18, 25 August 2014 (UTC) (It may very well be much more than a concept, especially considering it can be manipulated by mass.)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 23:49, 31 July 2010 (UTC)"

"2 (leaning toward 1) allixpeeke (talk) 08:23, 25 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:06, 30 July 2013 (UTC)"

"2 allixpeeke (talk) 08:23, 25 August 2014 (UTC)"

"This was used on this date in 2005 ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:05, 1 August 2013 (UTC)"

"0 if it has already been used, 2 if not. allixpeeke (talk) 08:23, 25 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 (friendship day 2014) DanielTom (talk) 02:41, 16 January 2014 (UTC)"

"3 (leaning toward 2) allixpeeke (talk) 08:23, 25 August 2014 (UTC)"

"If I should die, think only this of me: That there’s some corner of a foreign field That is for ever England."

"Cities, like cats, will reveal themselves at night."

"3 Kalki 23:51, 2 September 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 23:51, 2 September 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 15:29, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:52, 2 September 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3.5 Ningauble 15:51, 2 September 2009 (UTC) I think this is the stronger of two widely quoted passages from the same paper having canonical influence on theory and practice. * 3 Ningauble 15:24, 2 September 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 20:35, 2 September 2009 (UTC) but would extend this to include his entire passage relating to this thought:"

"3 Zarbon 04:14, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:14, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:32, 31 August 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:51, 2 September 2006 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 21:53, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2.5 Ningauble 15:51, 2 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:24, 23 August 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:05, 1 September 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 2 September 2024 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:17, 2 September 2014 (UTC) but extended slightlyt for context. -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 13:22, 1 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 ~ Kalki 22:54, 30 August 2005 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 13:13, 2 September 2007 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:24, 23 August 2013 (UTC)"

"0 This has now already been used on 20 February 2007 Kalki * 3 Kalki 01:32, 2 September 2005 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 02:43, 2 September 2006 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 21:53, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:45, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:29, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:52, 2 September 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:24, 23 August 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 2 September 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:58, 2 September 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 04:46, 3 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:35, 2 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 04:14, 8 September 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:17, 2 September 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:17, 2 September 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:17, 2 September 2014 (UTC); but with a lean toward 2, as I used this as part of another quote in 2023. — Kalki 2023·09·02"

"For us, the Battle of the Atlantic was becoming a private war. If you were in it, you knew all about it. You knew how to keep watch on filthy nights, and how to go without sleep; and how to bury the dead and how to die without wasting anyone's time."

"4 Kalki 23:49, 2 October 2006 (UTC) This is more entirely true, and not quite so extremely cynical as some of the other observations of Vidal suggested; I would probably have added a few of my own suggestions of Vidal quotes but haven't had the time today to even finish some of the things I started yesterday... "so it goes..." -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:30, 1 October 2006 (UTC)"

"3 UDScott 20:51, 2 October 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 19:07, 2 October 2008 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 23:49, 2 October 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:48, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 13:08, 2 October 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 13:08, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 N6n 14:31, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 the longer quote is better -- the preceding words provide nice "padding". Without it, the quote will look as just another extreme sentiment expressed to relieve boredom. N6n 14:31, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 - Zarbon 13:08, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"2 UDScott 20:51, 2 October 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 03:48, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 I think TV is simply crazy! N6n 14:31, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 2 October 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:07, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 InvisibleSun 20:18, 2 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:00, 3 October 2019 (UTC) 1 Kalki 08:29, 2 October 2009 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 23:49, 2 October 2006 (UTC) — though I can't agree with quite this level of pessimism, though it is very true that people in general have often forgotten much that is important, to the disadvantage of everyone."

"2 Kalki 23:49, 2 October 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:28, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 19:07, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 20:18, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:46, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 19:07, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:46, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 21:42, 2 October 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 19:07, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 08:29, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 09:09, 2 October 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 2 October 2025 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:25, 2 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:49, 1 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 because the eradication of love equates to destructiveness. Well said. Zarbon 17:22, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Waheedone 02:13, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 nice one here. Fossil 20:32, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:25, 2 November 2006 (UTC) I do like this one much, and might possibly rank it a 4 next year, but I have long had a "soft spot" for Reich, despite some of the glaring errors and false assumptions of a few of his investigations, and much preferred the equally ranked quote by him on the 50th anniversary of his death. ~ Kalki 00:12, 3 November 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 17:22, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 because this dictates elegantly with enigmatic perception what truly matters, to live well and happily. Zarbon 17:22, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:25, 30 October 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:25, 2 November 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 17:22, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 16:11, 1 November 2005 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 18:51, 2 November 2005 (UTC)"

"2 but I would give it a 3 if it was trimmed to start from "Mutilation is the scar left by the struggle with Time, and a reminder of it — Time which is as much a part of ancient works of art as the material they are made of, and thrusts up through the fissures, from a dark underworld, where all is at once chaos and determinism." Zarbon 17:22, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:04, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:02, 7 July 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 01:04, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:16, 2 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 05:38, 31 October 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:09, 2 November 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:09, 2 November 2014 (UTC) for this or perhaps a more extensive variant translation of it:"

"3 ~ Kalki 21:58, 2 December 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 20:29, 2 December 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 15:29, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 17:38, 1 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Antiquary 19:32, 2 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:29, 2 December 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:29, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 06:12, 2 December 2012 (UTC) -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 06:12, 2 December 2012 (UTC) but I think I would end it before "My last words about Jim" -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 2 December 2018 (UTC) * 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 14:29, 30 November 2010 (UTC) but would now extend this for context to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 2 December 2019 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:31, 2 December 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"Your strength is but an accident arising from the weakness of others. ~ Joseph Conrad in Heart of Darkness"

"2 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 00:19, 1 December 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:29, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:37, 2 December 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"0, though very good, this one was already used in July 2004 ~ Kalki 00:17, 4 December 2005 (UTC)"

"3. Fys. &#147;Ta fys aym&#148;. 23:18, 24 November 2006 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 00:19, 1 December 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:37, 2 December 2009 (UTC)"

"4. Fys. &#147;Ta fys aym&#148;. 23:18, 24 November 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:37, 2 December 2009 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 00:53, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:09, 27 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:53, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 14:29, 30 November 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 14:29, 30 November 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 DanielTom (talk) 21:09, 3 December 2014 (UTC)"

"4 ~ Kalki 00:01, 4 January 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ Kodemage"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:38, 3 January 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:50, 3 January 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:04, 3 January 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:43, 4 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 04:43, 4 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:43, 4 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:50, 3 January 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 17:53, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Triviaa 04:22, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 3 January 2018 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:33, 4 January 2017 (UTC) // 2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 16:09, 31 December 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 19:23, 3 January 2008 (UTC) — reduced my ranking as there are now disputes about this on the Newton page."

"3 because it is true, where civilization has not been able to find an explanation for many of mankind's follies. Zarbon 17:53, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 01:43, 1 January 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 4 January 2019 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 10:18, 2 January 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but would extend this to read:"

"4♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 3 January 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:21, 23 December 2010 (UTC) — but extended slightly to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:07, 3 January 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 13:47, 3 January 2009 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:03, 4 January 2022 (UTC) 3 Kalki 13:47, 3 January 2009 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"To explain all nature is too difficult a task for any one man or even for any one age. 'Tis much better to do a little with certainty, and leave the rest for others that come after you, than to explain all things. ~ Isaac Newton"

"If I have been able to see further, it was only because I stood on the shoulders of giants. ~ Isaac Newton"

"1 Kalki 16:16, 3 January 2008 (UTC) A variant of this has already been used. ~ Kalki 16:16, 3 January 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 17:53, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Pithy Francoln (talk) 21:51, 9 October 2016 (UTC) My impression is that many scientists who make world-altering discoveries find it very important to acknowledge those natural philosophers and scientists who came before them and whose insights they built upon when formulating their own new theories. I'm not a scientist, but I get the impression that many scientists are familiar with this thought from Isaac Newton, and many find it necessary to repeat a similar declaration of humility and gratitude right before publishing something they *know* is important. I propose running this quote in its form as shown here, and then just saying that this specific version of the quote has never before been run as a quote of the day."

"3 Zarbon 06:04, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 13:47, 3 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:21, 23 December 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:21, 23 December 2010 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:21, 23 December 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 10:18, 2 January 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 10:18, 2 January 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 17:31, 3 January 2016 (UTC)"

"4 Pithy Francoln (talk) 22:24, 9 October 2016 (UTC)"

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 4 January 2017 (UTC) Though I admire both Newton and Sagan, as well as the series being promoted, the relevance to Newton's birthday is somewhat strained, and would prefer something by Newton."

"3 Pithy Francoln (talk) 16:37, 10 October 2016 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:22, 3 January 2026 (UTC) recent remarks on recent events."

"3 InvisibleSun 17:21, 3 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:59, 3 February 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 23:01, 3 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:01, 3 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:43, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:43, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2. Fys. &#147;Ta fys aym&#148;. 23:51, 1 February 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:57, 3 February 2016 (UTC) 2 Kalki 23:59, 3 February 2007 (UTC) But would extend this to read as the cited quote:"

"1 Zarbon 21:49, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by Kalki; comments regarding a recent military operation."

"There comes a point when a man must refuse to answer to his leader if he is also to answer to his own conscience. ~ Hartley Shawcross, born February 4, 1902."

"This was already used, on 19 August 2003 ~ Kalki 23:59, 3 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3. Fys. &#147;Ta fys aym&#148;. 23:51, 1 February 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 11:29, 29 January 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:59, 3 February 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 21:49, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:00, 3 February 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:43, 27 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:20, 2 February 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 3 February 2025 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 09:04, 3 April 2007 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 13:06, 3 April 2007 (UTC); but to complete the statement believe it should begin at "He who learns must suffer..."; I also have some inclination to quote the RFK misquote, but this proper translation is better. -->"

"1 Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:43, 3 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 21:04, 1 April 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 08:00, 31 March 2009 (UTC) but I would trim off the initial "And""

"2 but relation to date? Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC) -->; in regard of the anniversary of MLK's death, and a peace quote for anniversary of CND "Peace symbol"."

"There is nothing so pitiful as a young cynic because he has gone from knowing nothing to believing nothing. ~ Maya Angelou"

"You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it. ~ Maya Angelou"

"3 because it is better to face your enemy head on rather than strike them behind their back. Beautiful quotation. Zarbon 05:55, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 04:44, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or perhaps a 4, eventually."

"3 Kalki 04:44, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 04:44, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 although I personally don't think it's "easy" to stir a man's passion for combat. That is a gift in and of itself. A true military tactician would never admit to that as it takes much coordination and practice to convince men to fight with honor. Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 04:44, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward an eventual 4."

"3 Kalki 04:44, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 04:44, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4, as a Peace quote and date of death."

"2 Kalki 08:00, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 08:00, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:00, 31 March 2009 (UTC) but would trim off "Accordingly""

"4 Zarbon 03:26, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 08:00, 31 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 2 (death remains burdensome, though fear of death can be more so.)"

"3 Kalki 11:07, 16 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:06, 2 July 2011 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 04:26, 27 March 2013 (UTC)"

"3 15:38, 3 April 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. I actually was inclined to use this today, and motivated to devise a few layouts for it and add more by Tarkovsky, some of which I liked better, but in the end preferred to shift my preferences to one by Maya Angelou."

"3 15:38, 3 April 2014 (UTC)"

"3 15:38, 3 April 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 Lisa (talk) 08:15, 31 March 2021 (UTC) very powerful quote"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:45, 3 April 2021 (UTC), if sourced, — but this currently needs sourcing."

"3 InvisibleSun 09:51, 3 May 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 20:25, 2 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 13:51, 3 May 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:07, 3 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 22:37, 3 May 2009 (UTC) Probably better focused on the central point without the first and the last one or two sentences. (is "arid" correct?) -->"

"4 Ningauble 22:37, 3 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 because everyone can feel sympathy or pity towards something. But to try and relieve it is truly remarkable. Zarbon 15:30, 28 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 23:42, 30 April 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:25, 2 May 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. but would extend this to:"

"3 InvisibleSun 13:51, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 22:37, 3 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2.5 Ningauble 22:37, 3 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:58, 4 May 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 13:11, 1 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:16, 6 December 2011 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:44, 4 May 2025 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:46, 23 September 2025 (UTC) — moved from September 23 where other suggestions of Huxley had been added."

"3 InvisibleSun 22:47, 3 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:35, 4 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 03:08, 31 May 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 20:52, 3 June 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward a 4, but would extend this slightly to read:"

"2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 03:11, 31 May 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 20:52, 3 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:11, 2 June 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:52, 3 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:27, 3 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"4 Aphaia 11:16, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 and I like the quote...I just don't see any relevance. On what day would Confucius be best to quote...considering his birth is unknown. I would rate this quote high, a 3 most likely, on a relevant date. Zarbon 03:27, 31 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:59, 4 June 2024 (UTC) 2 Kalki 20:52, 3 June 2008 (UTC) as there is no clear relevance to the date, but clearly also not any that would be... this is a problem on the QOTD with most of the more ancient philosophers. There is actually a celebration date for Confucius on 28 September, but if this quote were used then or here but I would prefer a sourced version; this seems derived from the Analects, Ch. 7, as translated by James Legge (1861):"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:01, 3 June 2015 (UTC) (but partly used previously)"

"1 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:27, 3 June 2018 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:01, 3 June 2015 (UTC)"

"3 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:32, 3 June 2018 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 12:27, 14 September 2022 (UTC)"

"3 Jeff Q (talk) 16:14, 2 July 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 Jeff Q (talk) 16:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC). I'd rather not have 2 Hawthorne quotes in a row, but if we do, I prefer this one."

"4 Kalki 21:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC) -->"

"2 Jeff Q (talk) 16:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 18:20, 2 July 2008 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 21:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:58, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Lyle 16:06, 1 July 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 04:58, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:16, 3 July 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3, with reservations about so many barbed political quotes of late (however apropos). Jeff Q (talk) 16:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 17:11, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 00:22, 1 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:44, 2 July 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:17, 3 July 2009 (UTC) with a strong inclination to a 4 but also using the earlier lines below for context."

"2 Zarbon 18:09, 21 August 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:17, 3 July 2009 (UTC) with a VERY strong inclination to a 4"

"1 Zarbon 18:09, 21 August 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:44, 2 July 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:59, 3 July 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. using both stanzas"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 3 July 2016 (UTC) but would extend this to end with: We can not place our main reliance upon material forces. We must reaffirm and reinforce our ancient faith in truth and justice, in charitableness and tolerance. We must make our supreme commitment to the everlasting spiritual forces of life. We must mobilize the conscience of mankind. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:16, 4 July 2020 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:59, 3 July 2022 (UTC) but extended to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:33, 3 July 2023 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:00, 3 July 2022 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"Love, whether newly born, or aroused from a deathlike slumber, must always create sunshine, filling the heart so full of radiance, that it overflows upon the outward world. ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 08:25, 25 Jun 2005 (UTC)"

"1 121a0012 June 27, 2005 03:52 (UTC) (I'm a bit uncomfortable with this one on this particular day.)"

"1 Kalki 30 June 2005 21:48 (UTC)"

"1 Aphaia 3 July 2005 02:27 (UTC) not only problematic, but a bit long."

"1 Jeff Q (talk) 16:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC). I love this quote even more than last year, but it still sounds too partisan for a good QotD."

"3 InvisibleSun 09:11, 2 July 2006 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:44, 2 July 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 21:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:58, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 00:22, 1 July 2013 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 17:11, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 21:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 21:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 18:37, 2 July 2015 (UTC)"

"2.75. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister 20:58, 4 August 2015 (UTC)"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 18:34, 10 August 2015 (UTC)"

"3.25. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 03:41, 24 February 2016 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:33, 4 July 2017 (UTC) — but lacks clear relation to the date."

"3 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 16:57, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 15:58, 3 August 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:31, 3 August 2007 (UTC) -->"

"1 and I'd give this a 0 if the quote had no relation to date because I looked through the Obama page excessively and thoroughly and I'd avoid QOTD that mentions American history as a heavy positive above all others in particular, this constitutes heavy patriotism and nationalism, two things we should be trying to avoid and remain neutral. There's been way too much American patriotism being tossed around already, as Jeffq and Aphaia clearly mentioned earlier. And I seriously agree with them on this issue. As a quote, this one alone, doesn't particularly seem memorable or special to any extent otherwise, since there is no message other than the "protection of America" which is a rather lame message to begin with. Zarbon 04:22, 2 August 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 16:57, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 15:58, 3 August 2006 (UTC) (I don't dislike these lines; but unless a reader knows the title of the poem [The Cloud], I'm not sure that they will be understood by themselves.)"

"3 Zarbon 15:02, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:31, 3 August 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:02, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:14, 3 August 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 12:21, 1 August 2010 (UTC) but extended to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:10, 4 August 2022 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 12:21, 1 August 2010 (UTC) [but extended this for context] -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:07, 4 August 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 12:21, 1 August 2010 (UTC) — but trimmed slightly. -->"

"This is our time — to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids; to restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace; to reclaim the American dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth, that, out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope. And where we are met with cynicism and doubts and those who tell us that we can't, we will respond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people: Yes we can! ~ Barack Obama"

"There's new energy to harness, new jobs to be created, new schools to build, and threats to meet, alliances to repair. The road ahead will be long. Our climb will be steep. We may not get there in one year or even in one term. But, America, I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there. I promise you, we as a people will get there. ~ Barack Obama"

"People ask me... "What do you still bring from Hawaii? How does it affect your character, how does it affect your politics?" I try to explain to them something about the Aloha Spirit. I try to explain to them this basic idea that we all have obligations to each other, that we're not alone, that if we see somebody who's in need we should help... that we look out for one another, that we deal with each other with courtesy and respect, and most importantly, that when you come from Hawaii, you start understanding that what's on the surface, what people look like — that doesn't determine who they are. And that the power and strength of diversity, the ability of people from everywhere … whether they're black or white, whether they're Japanese-Americans or Korean-Americans or Filipino-Americans or whatever they are, they are just Americans, that all of us can work together and all of us can join together to create a better country. And it's that spirit, that I'm absolutely convinced, is what America is looking for right now. ~ Barack Obama"

"On September 11, 2001, the world fractured. It's beyond my skill as a writer to capture that day, and the days that would follow — the planes, like specters, vanishing into steel and glass; the slow-motion cascade of the towers crumbling into themselves; the ash-covered figures wandering the streets; the anguish and the fear. Nor do I pretend to understand the stark nihilism that drove the terrorists that day and that drives their brethren still. My powers of empathy, my ability to reach into another's heart, cannot penetrate the blank stares of those who would murder innocents with abstract, serene satisfaction. ~ Barack Obama"

"To those who would tear the world down: We will defeat you. To those who seek peace and security: We support you. And to all those who have wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright: Tonight we proved once more that the true strength of our nation comes not from the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth, but from the enduring power of our ideals: democracy, liberty, opportunity and unyielding hope. ~ Barack Obama"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 05:13, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"2 121a0012 02:55, August 2, 2005 (UTC)"

"2 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 13:21, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:02, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC) I might eventually rank this a 3 or 4, but again attempting to gain favor for one of my favorites above."

"3 Kalki 12:35, 1 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:25, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC) might rank this a 3 eventually"

"2 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC) might rank this a 3 or 4 eventually"

"2 for comedic value. Zarbon 04:25, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 RynoRanger 18:36, 04 August 2021 (UTC) feels relevant to current days"

"3 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC) might rank this a 4 eventually"

"4 because I completely agree with Obama here. I shortened the original verse in order to correspond with the initial message, the main message of the quote. Zarbon 04:25, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) though inclined toward a 3 or even a 4 eventually."

"3 Kalki 13:34, 31 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:25, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:44, 11 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3, or eventual 4."

"3 and leaning toward a 4 for this one. Zarbon 05:44, 11 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 20:35, 12 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or even 4 eventually."

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 3 or even 4."

"1 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) very little context presented here; would require more information for clarity."

"3 Zarbon 04:13, 14 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or eventual 4, but either trimmed of the initial "But" or extended for more context."

"3 Zarbon 01:55, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:44, 2 August 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 12:21, 1 August 2010 (UTC)"

"As much as government can do and must do, it is ultimately the faith and determination of the American people upon which this nation relies. ~ Barack Obama"

"4 InvisibleSun 23:32, 3 September 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 00:55, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:13, 3 September 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:32, 3 September 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 21:53, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:14, 1 September 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 19:31, 3 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 and lean toward 4. Zarbon 04:16, 8 September 2009 (UTC)"

"2.5 Ningauble 18:25, 3 September 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:04, 4 September 2019 (UTC),* 3 Kalki 19:31, 3 September 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. but would extend this for context to read:"

"2 Zarbon 04:16, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 21:39, 2 September 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:17, 4 September 2020 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:15, 3 September 2014 (UTC) this might need to be extended for context. but will be extending this slightly for context. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:51, 3 September 2025 (UTC) 2 Kalki 00:30, 1 September 2009 (UTC) // 3 Kalki 00:55, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"I do not believe that friendship today can flower out — can come out — of political life. I do believe that if there is something like a political life-to-be — to remain for us, in this world of technology — then it begins with friendship. ~ Ivan Illich"

"The current search for new educational funnels must be reversed into the search for their institutional inverse: educational webs which heighten the opportunity for each one to transform each moment of his living into one of learning, sharing, and caring. ~ Ivan Illich"

"Learned and leisurely hospitality is the only antidote to the stance of deadly cleverness that is acquired in the professional pursuit of objectively secured knowledge. I remain certain that the quest for truth cannot thrive outside the nourishment of mutual trust flowering into a commitment to friendship. ~ Ivan Illich"

"I do think that if I had to choose one word to which hope can be tied it is hospitality. A practice of hospitality— recovering threshold, table, patience, listening, and from there generating seedbeds for virtue and friendship on the one hand — on the other hand radiating out for possible community, for rebirth of community. ~ Ivan Illich"

"3 because memories truly are a heavy burden to carry. Zarbon 15:57, 30 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:55, 1 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because the process of degeneration is well described here, ending magnificently with vanities. Zarbon 15:57, 30 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:55, 1 September 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 Zarbon 05:20, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:20, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:42, 1 March 2009 (UTC) but might rank this a 3 or even a 4 eventually."

"1 this lacks context for those who are unfamiliar. - Zarbon 17:49, 21 August 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 18:25, 3 September 2009 (UTC)"

"This was already used, on 2 March 2009. ~ Kalki 19:31, 3 September 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 19:31, 3 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 Kalki 19:31, 3 September 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:16, 8 September 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:14, 1 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:14, 1 September 2010 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:14, 1 September 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, though might also be used on dates associated with either Washington or Napoleon."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:14, 1 September 2010 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 07:15, 3 September 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:26, 3 September 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:25, 13 August 2022 (UTC)"

"3 Denji 12:48, 21 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 19:14, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:14, 3 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 21:55, 3 October 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 00:14, 4 October 2007 (UTC) but would probably prefer to trim the final "How is this?" as unnecessary."

"1 Zarbon 17:42, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 N6n 14:45, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 22:56, 3 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:28, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:28, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:55, 3 October 2016 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:14, 4 October 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. but would extend this for context to read:"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:28, 16 August 2013 (UTC) I don't get it. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:53, 3 October 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:14, 4 October 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:28, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:14, 4 October 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:14, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:05, 4 October 2022 (UTC) -->; recent remarks on responses to Hurricane Ian."

"4 because the underdog will always be protected by law and this is a great description of that defense, beautifully and morally personified by the snake and the mouse. Zarbon 05:50, 18 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 21:55, 3 October 2009 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 19:14, 2 October 2008 (UTC) the quote itself is acceptable, but I am not sure of the context in which Kaltenrunner is using this assertion, and feel uneasy giving it anything more than a 1 until I know more about this."

"2 I am all for it as long as the talk is only of something looking "justified" or not -- wallow in sentimentality for all I care. But I am against Law entering the issue. N6n 14:45, 15 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:36, 1 October 2014 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 18:36, 3 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 18:36, 3 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 05:31, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Waheedone 02:17, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Fossil 21:19, 1 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ~ Ningauble 16:52, 3 November 2008 (UTC) Very a propos for this year, given the remarkable bipartisan and international interest in a change. -->"

"1 Zarbon 12:36, 2 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 17:50, 2 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:04, 3 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:31, 30 October 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 17:50, 2 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:00, 1 November 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:31, 30 October 2011 (UTC) but would now extend this to read:"

"3 Zarbon 03:12, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 3 November 2015 (UTC) 1 Kalki 04:26, 19 October 2008 (UTC) but extended to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:46, 3 November 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:40, 4 December 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but will extend this to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:03, 4 November 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 04:26, 19 October 2008 (UTC) (and this is now sourced)"

"0 because it is unsourced. InvisibleSun 23:04, 3 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Kalki 04:26, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 23:04, 3 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:12, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:31, 30 October 2011 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 08:53, 3 December 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 16:51, 3 December 2008 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 22:55, 3 December 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:36, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 21:12, 3 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:38, 2 December 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 00:08, 2 December 2005 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 15:36, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 22:05, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:01, 3 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 15:36, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 06:40, 2 December 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:37, 2 December 2013 (UTC) but would extend this to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 19:21, 2 December 2014 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:37, 2 December 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 3 December 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:55, 3 December 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 and I seriously don't agree with the second half of this. It's fine to believe that a work of fiction is as grandiose as that which lived, but to say that a life is worth nothing after its death is just plain wrong, for a life truly never dies if it is kept alive in the minds of many. Zarbon 15:36, 26 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 23:46, 3 December 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:55, 3 December 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:51, 3 December 2020 (UTC) 2 Kalki 22:55, 3 December 2007 (UTC) This is good, and I like it, but I much prefer the Butler quote above as a QOTD, and might rank it a 4 eventually. — but am extending this for context to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:29, 3 December 2021 (UTC) 2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:38, 2 December 2009 (UTC) //// * 3 Kalki 00:08, 2 December 2005 (UTC)"

"4 Ficaia (talk) 11:59, 25 June 2024 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:53, 3 December 2024 (UTC) — But extended for context to read:"

"2 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 22:55, 3 December 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"Note: The quote on the Frank Zappa page is now: "I say there is more stupidity than hydrogen, and that is the basic building block of the universe." - InvisibleSun 21:01, 3 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because I like the message behind the quote. I'm curious if the word "shit" is considered profanity. I don't agree with curses appearing on quote of the day, but is that specific word excessive, I'd like Kalki's thoughts since we both seem to disagree with profanity for the most part. Zarbon 16:41, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 01:05, 29 November 2008 (UTC) this is fine by me as a quote within the article, but a bit too extreme for QOTD."

"1 InvisibleSun 21:01, 3 December 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because children seem to do things that places them in danger and no matter how hard one may try, a child finds a way. Zarbon 16:41, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 01:05, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 23:19, 27 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:05, 29 November 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or even 4 eventually."

"2 Zarbon 23:19, 27 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:05, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 --ᘙ (talk) 11:29, 20 May 2023 (UTC)"

"2 Ficaia (talk) 19:09, 2 August 2024 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC), but would also continue this to include: "In an instant age, perhaps we must relearn the ancient truth that patience, too, has its victories.""

"3 Triviaa 04:25, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 14:47, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:26, 4 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:00, 4 January 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2 Triviaa 04:25, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by bystander <!-- * 3 bystander (talk) 02:25, 1 January 2013 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:47, 3 January 2013 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 17:56, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:26, 4 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 02:25, 1 January 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 -->"

"3 24.207.61.64 07:07, 4 January 2011 (UTC)"

"3 24.207.61.64 07:07, 4 January 2011 (UTC) (leaning towards 4) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 4 January 2019 (UTC) 2 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:22, 5 January 2022 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:19, 5 January 2020 (UTC) // but extnded for context. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:57, 4 January 2023 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:47, 3 January 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ UDScott 00:22, 2 January 2006 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 00:04, 5 January 2007 (UTC) I would normally rank this a 3, if I were confident of it's authorship, but though this has been attributed to Coolidge, I have found no definitive source; though in one book I actually found the definite statement that he said this on the 4th of July 1872, this would be quite extraordinary, as that was the day he was born. Some attributions state that entrepreneur Ray Kroc used it as an "inspirational dictum" but not clearly stating any author, and thus I am doubtful of attributing it to Coolidge, and reluctant to use it until authorship is more clearly determined."

"3 Zarbon 17:56, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:04, 5 January 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Zarbon 15:07, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:06, 3 January 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC) still have a strong lean toward 3 or 4, but have different pref for this year (2015)"

"4 24.207.61.64 07:07, 4 January 2011 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC)"

"Comment: This echoes what Thomas Paine said about Edmund Burke: "He pities the plumage, but forgets the dying bird." (Rights of Man; quote not currently on the page for Paine). - InvisibleSun 21:26, 4 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:07, 1 July 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Triviaa 04:25, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 06:44, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"4 Zarbon 06:44, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 06:44, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 14:11, 29 December 2008 (UTC)"

"1 24.207.61.64 07:07, 4 January 2011 (UTC)"

"2 referring to the monument of John Hanning Speke. Zarbon 06:44, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 02:25, 1 January 2013 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:19, 5 January 2020 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:19, 5 January 2020 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:55, 4 February 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:42, 4 February 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:36, 4 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:42, 4 February 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 21:51, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 11:49, 29 January 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 05:03, 9 October 2010 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4 (I actually can't think of any I am likely to prefer to this, but the selection is a long way off). -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:45, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:01, 2 February 2013 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 04:45, 27 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by Kalki, regarding recent remarks on significant historical events."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:19, 2 February 2015 (UTC) // but extended slightly for context ~ 2026·02·04 -->"

"3 Kalki 20:58, 5 February 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Kalki 07:58, 4 February 2008 (UTC) (minor quote, no clear relation to the date)"

"0 Zarbon 21:51, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:55, 22 October 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2.5 ~ DanielTom (talk) 22:18, 2 February 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:55, 22 October 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 12:55, 22 October 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:19, 2 February 2015 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 01:40, 5 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 17:01, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 UDScott 15:34, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:48, 4 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 19:16, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:12, 2 March 2012 (UTC) 2 Kalki 17:01, 3 March 2009 (UTC) but leaning toward a 3"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:48, 4 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡00:17, 4 March 2013 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:12, 14 March 2012 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:01, 3 March 2009 (UTC) but leaning to a 3"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡23:17, 4 March 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki 01:31, 5 March 2007 (UTC) but would extend this to read:"

"3 InvisibleSun 01:40, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:04, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:04, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:11, 5 March 2021 (UTC), but only incidentally, — as it simply seems to me to be the best suggestion available for today — 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:12, 14 March 2012 (UTC) though with a lean toward 1, as I actually do not insist upon quite so exclusionary a distinction between scientific and religious truths as Jillette does here. -->"

"initially proposed on the posting page as "A saying quoted often from memory by my sister (source is unknown)" by Tara 11:40, 4 March 2006 (UTC)"

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 4 March 2020 (UTC) 2 Kalki 21:24, 4 March 2006 (UTC) (a good statement, but I greatly prefer using traceable quotes to anonymous ones for QOTD, as well as ones with some relevance to the date)"

"2 UDScott 15:34, 4 March 2009 (UTC) - I like the quote, but since it is unsourced, I do not feel it is appropriate for QOTD."

"3 because land has remained stagnant although many things are not. Zarbon 04:15, 18 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 15:22, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 02:20, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:01, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 4 March 2020 (UTC) 2 Kalki 17:01, 3 March 2009 (UTC), with perhaps still a lean toward 2."

"0 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 4 March 2020 (UTC) 2 Kalki 17:01, 3 March 2009 (UTC) this is a misattribution, it is actually a statement of Aron Nimzowitsch."

"proposed by Nemo 13:57, 18 January 2012 (UTC)"

"2 because it's witty and Pavese is not only about suffering. Nemo 13:57, 18 January 2012 (UTC)"

"0 bystander (talk) 16:32, 19 February 2012 (UTC) Don't understand connection to this date."

": Not every quotation can (or should) have a connection with the date. --Nemo 14:54, 14 March 2012 (UTC)"

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 4 March 2020 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 15:14, 14 March 2012 (UTC) though I might rank it higher on a page clearly related by date, or if nothing better connected to the date were to be suggested here."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡23:29, 4 March 2016 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 4 March 2020 (UTC), Ibsen's portrayal of the Roman emperor Julian; in regard to the start of Julian's military campaign against the Sasanian Empire on this date in 363."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:34, 4 March 2025 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:34, 4 March 2025 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 17:11, 3 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:53, 4 April 2007 (UTC) but would extend this to : "The world is fast learning that of all forms of slavery there is none that is so harmful and degrading as that form of slavery which tempts one human being to hate another by reason of his race or color. One man cannot hold another man down in the ditch without remaining down in the ditch with him." -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 13:04, 4 April 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) for either version."

"1 with a lean toward 2 for the longer version. Zarbon 18:15, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 for the extended version. - InvisibleSun 22:47, 4 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:48, 1 April 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 04:54, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:47, 4 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Zarbon 04:16, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 23:20, 2 April 2011 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) though a clear cognizance of mortality is desirable, to dwell too much upon death and the things worse than it are one of the things that worsen life, and diminish the levels and forms of joy one can focus upon developing. I upgraded my ranking, but only if extended for context:"

"4 (but I'm not really sure how the system works) 99of9 05:22, 16 February 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:15, 1 April 2012 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 23:23, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 23:23, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 18:15, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:47, 4 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 4 April 2016 (UTC) 2 Kalki 12:53, 4 April 2007 (UTC) I would rank this higher, but a variant of this has already been used."

"2 because hatred would make one transform into the thing he avoids to become. To hate is to be the same as the hated. Zarbon 23:23, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4. Great quote by a great man. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister 02:40, 8 August 2015 (UTC) -->"

"3 because once mankind is growing, laws cannot repress knowledge. Zarbon 04:54, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 4 April 2018 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 04:54, 29 March 2009 (UTC) but would extend this to read:"

"1 Zarbon 18:15, 4 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:00, 4 April 2020 (UTC), 2 Kalki 20:32, 4 April 2009 (UTC) 3 Kalki 12:53, 4 April 2007 (UTC) though this remains largely true, there are other quotes which have been suggested which I strongly prefer, and have a very strong preference for a remark by Swinburne I have added today. If this one were to be used, I would also prefer to trim "In the first place" as unnecessary and referential to prior unquoted comments. ~ Kalki 20:32, 4 April 2009 (UTC), but extended to read:"

"4 InvisibleSun 13:04, 4 April 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:16, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:49, 4 April 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4.// but extended it slightly for context."

"3 because everyone can be placed under the same circumstances...but sometimes, it is the man's character that differentiates him from others. Zarbon 04:54, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 5 April 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 04:54, 29 March 2009 (UTC) but extended to read : Character, not circumstances, makes the man. It is more important that we be prepared for voting than that we vote, more important that we be prepared to hold office than that we hold office, more important that we be prepared for the highest recognition than that we be recognized."

"I will permit no man to narrow and degrade my soul by making me hate him. ~ Booker T. Washington"

"3 Kalki 12:53, 4 April 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 12:53, 4 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because everyone can attack, but it takes a man of high caliber to restrain oneself. Zarbon 17:06, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 04:54, 29 March 2009 (UTC) (but this is a quote of Thucydides which Powell used, and should be noted as such — and thus I am inclined to rank at 3 if properly cited.)"

"2 if credited to Thucydides. - InvisibleSun 22:47, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 because this is a principle to live by. Zarbon 17:06, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 04:54, 29 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3, or eventual 4."

"3 Zarbon 04:16, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) needs more context."

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) (but would trim the first word, as there really isn't much context here, without the preceding stanza of the poem "Faustine" and the final words of this one."

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 and lean toward 4. Zarbon 04:16, 31 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) but only if extended to read:"

"3 for the extended quote. - InvisibleSun 22:47, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) the full context is not provided by this, but I could rank it a 3 or 4 eventually if extended to read:"

"3 for either form of the quote. - InvisibleSun 22:47, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 15:21, 4 April 2009 (UTC) there is too little context within this and the previous quote to provide clear and proper sense of what Hobbes was actually saying, and I would prefer to extend this considerably to indicate more of that, and in extended form I could rank it a 3 or a 4:"

"1 with a lean toward 2. Zarbon 18:15, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 12:29, 30 December 2010 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 12:29, 30 December 2010 (UTC) with a slight lean toward 3."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:17, 5 April 2019 (UTC)"

"4 Lisa (talk) 08:21, 31 March 2021 (UTC) thought provoking and poetic"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:49, 4 April 2021 (UTC) — but would extend this for context to read:"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:49, 4 April 2024 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 11:27, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Aphaia 16:06, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:05, 4 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:31, 28 April 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 04:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Aphaia 09:12, 4 May 2007 (UTC) (shortened version of the above)"

"3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC) But with a strong preference for the longer version."

"3 InvisibleSun 08:10, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:50, 3 May 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4"

"2 Zarbon 16:55, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"proposed by InvisibleSun <!-- * 3 InvisibleSun 11:27, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:53, 3 May 2013 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 16:45, 30 April 2012 (UTC)4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:14, 1 May 2011 (UTC) 2 Kalki 23:32, 4 May 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:56, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 bystander (talk) 18:24, 1 May 2012 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:40, 4 May 2014 (UTC) // 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:52, 1 May 2012 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4.REVISED my preferences, which were quite strong for this, to one of Søren Kierkegaard for his 300th birthday + NOTE to self: good layout for this exists on May 5 2013 initial layout page — {{quote of the day"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 09:34, 28 April 2013 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:52, 1 May 2012 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4. -->"

"1 because the word "understand" is abused here. Zarbon 16:55, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 13:03, 20 January 2018 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:42, 4 May 2018 (UTC) but would extend this for context to read:"

"1 Zarbon 16:55, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Robin Lionheart (talk) 12:34, 19 April 2012 (UTC) — In honor of the National Day of Reason, 2012."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 09:34, 28 April 2013 (UTC)"

"4 Ficaia (talk) 09:54, 3 May 2024 (UTC) -->"

"3 Aphaia 09:12, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 4 May 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 — but would extend this slightly to complete a sentence:"

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards. ~ Søren Kierkegaard"

"Life is a mystery to be lived, not a problem to be solved. ~ Søren Kierkegaard (misattributed, removed from that page)"

"When one has once fully entered the realm of love, the world — no matter how imperfect — becomes rich and beautiful, it consists solely of opportunities for love. ~ Søren Kierkegaard, The Works of Love"

"4 Kalki 13:15, 4 May 2008 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"Comment: I'm in the middle of finding sources for the unsourced quotes on the Kierkegaard page. This unsourced quote is one of a number of variants, including "Life is not a problem to be solved, but a mystery to be lived," "Life is not mystery to be solved, but a reality to be experienced", and all the other permutations of the same. Although the quote is most frequently attributed to Kierkegaard, I haven't yet found a source for it and would hesitate to recommend it unless it was sourced. Other people are also attributed with the quote: one of them, J.J. van der Leeuw, is the only person so far to whom I can trace it, as seen here in a book dated 1928. - InvisibleSun 11:27, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"I HOPE it originated with Kierkegaard, because it is so widely attributed I used a variant of it already: "Life is a mystery to be lived, not a problem to be solved" on 17 August 2004. ~ Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:32, 4 May 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or even 4."

"2 Kalki 23:32, 4 May 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 15:26, 4 May 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 06:37, 21 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 This is an unsourced quote. It is also not clear what it refers to: the Cold War, presumably, but a reader shouldn't have to guess at this meaning out of context. - InvisibleSun 08:10, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 12:50, 3 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 06:01, 12 October 2008 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 12:50, 3 May 2009 (UTC) this is seems to be a very poor translation of an unsourced statement."

"3 Kalki 21:34, 4 May 2009 (UTC) 4 Kalki 22:44, 3 May 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4; this is both perplexing and startling to the casual thinker, and profound in its implications as to the actual reality of Love, Truth, the Beauty that arises through both, and all the subjective emotions, which do not "exist" at all merely "objectively" and cannot, any more than Life itself can, or Awareness itself can, or Reality itself can. I would prefer the statement far more strongly if the more general term "Religion" were used, but in quoting Kierkegaard, he generally used the more specific though still diversely understood term "Christianity.""

"4 InvisibleSun 21:13, 4 June 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:13, 4 June 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 13:21, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 22:31, 4 June 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:07, 4 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 3 June 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 09:59, 3 June 2014 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 10:56, 5 June 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"2 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:40, 3 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"2.5 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:40, 3 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"2 for being a rather comical outlook. Zarbon 05:10, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 4 June 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC) But would prefer to use the oldest noted variant of his use of this as an "old saying":"

"1 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:40, 3 June 2018 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:55, 4 June 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"Deuxhero 01:23, 13 May 2007 (UTC) Rationale:June 5th is when his famous speech to the 3rd army was given (along with this quote)."

"2 Kalki 19:55, 4 June 2007 (UTC) The famous speech, with slight variations, was actually given out over several days in June as Patton addressed the troops at several locations."

"3 Always liked this quote Zarbon 13:21, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:07, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 if the nice imagery of the horse is seen here. Zarbon 04:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because this is a great quote. In both instances, it seems to be out of our hands, so to speak. It was never the decision of the person who is born to want to be born, and likewise, the worry is never attributed with any instance. Nice, nice picture depicted here. Zarbon 04:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because this says it outright. Zarbon 05:10, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2. The quote could use more context to see what he was referring to. InvisibleSun 22:07, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 for another outright gesture. Zarbon 05:10, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 for being outright. Zarbon 05:10, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 14:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, but would revise this for accuracy to the earliest accounts of the remark:"

"3; but did he really say "most wickedest" and not "most wicked"? InvisibleSun 22:07, 4 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:19, 29 May 2011 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:19, 29 May 2011 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:19, 29 May 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 bystander (talk) 04:02, 5 June 2013 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 10:56, 5 June 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 I agree with this completely. Teachers are responsible for nurturing the next generation, yet in some schools (mine included) they only get wash outs who did poorly in college. The reason is because they pay so little, and therefore can't afford a successful and knowledgeable teacher. J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 22:40, 3 June 2018 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 10:56, 5 June 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 10:59, 5 June 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 As the development of AI has challenged the people, and the artists have been greatly affected. The quote is her personal response for people using her voice to create AI musics with her voice. It may be pessimistic, but it is an noticeable opinion regarding the AI arts. DutchOff (talk) 13:15, 2 June 2023 (UTC)"

"The man who fears to go his way alone, But follows where the greater number tread, Should hasten to his rest beneath a stone; The great majority of men are dead. ~ Edmund Vance Cooke"

"The rake upon a wanton wastes the wiles Which dazzle innocence. The nettle guards itself; the lily smiles Unheedful of defence. ~ Edmund Vance Cooke"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:26, 4 July 2007 (UTC)"

"4 Will {talk) 21:30, 4 July 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:26, 4 July 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 05:01, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:56, 3 July 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:20, 4 July 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 02:48, 23 June 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:20, 4 July 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:40, 1 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 01:01, 3 July 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, but would now extend this to read:"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:40, 1 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 04:56, 3 July 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 4 July 2015 (UTC) -->"

"2 Jeff Q (talk) 12:49, 3 July 2006 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:15, 5 July 2019 (UTC) 2 Kalki 19:46, 9 July 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 If it were shortened to the first part only. Lyle 18:40, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:40, 1 July 2013 (UTC) -->, the third law of motion, on the anniversary of the publication of Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica (5 July 1687)"

"The televised BBC News was launched on 5 July 1954."

"1 Jeff Q (talk) 12:59, 3 July 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 19:46, 9 July 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:01, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Lyle 18:40, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

""X-Day", the day the world was supposedly destroyed, occurred 5 July 1998."

"1 Jeff Q (talk) 13:03, 3 July 2006 (UTC)"

"0 Lyle 18:40, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 17:27, 4 July 2007 (UTC) No clear relation to the date."

"1 InvisibleSun 21:26, 4 July 2007 (UTC)"

"3 but on a more relevant date. Zarbon 05:01, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 01:40, 1 July 2013 (UTC) lacks context."

"3 Zarbon 14:03, 3 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:46, 4 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Lyle 18:40, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:58, 7 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:46, 4 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Lyle 18:40, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 08:58, 7 January 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"4 Lyle 18:40, 11 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 15:03, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ DanielTom (talk) 01:47, 27 July 2013 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:16, 30 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"Whether we and our politicians know it or not, Nature is party to all our deals and decisions, and she has more votes, a longer memory, and a sterner sense of justice than we do. ~ Wendell Berry"

"If I could reach from pole to pole or grasp the ocean with a span, I would be measured by the soul The mind's the standard of the Man. ~ Isaac Watts ~ (poem often used by Joseph Merrick, "The Elephant Man", who was born this day)"

"1 Zarbon 15:03, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 05:36, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"1 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 13:31, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"1 ~ Kalki 21:22, 4 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:16, 30 July 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 21:22, 4 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:03, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:16, 30 July 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ~ DanielTom (talk) 01:47, 27 July 2013 (UTC) (or a variant); better to use this on July 21, otherwise it might be confusing to readers. ~ DanielTom (talk) 09:54, 27 July 2013 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon (talk) 03:25, 25 January 2026 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:35, 4 August 2016 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon (talk) 03:25, 25 January 2026 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:33, 4 August 2022 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:33, 4 August 2022 (UTC); for this date — I am more inclined to prefer it for July 20, and perhaps even there not until the 60th anniversary of the first moon landing in 2029."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:33, 4 August 2022 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon (talk) 02:52, 23 January 2026 (UTC) this would be the only quote I added as a suggestion since so very many years. Please forgive my absence. I felt it was too strong a quote not to share with you all dear comrades. If only we had a page for the author."

"4 InvisibleSun 23:49, 4 September 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:10, 4 September 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 22:18, 30 August 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 04:21, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:02, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:45, 31 August 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, but only if trimmed to begin with "Reconciliation depends..." but extended for context:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:53, 1 September 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"1 Zarbon 04:21, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 18:11, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:24, 5 September 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 with lean toward 2. Zarbon 04:21, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:28, 5 September 2022 (UTC); but extended slightly for context. -->"

"4♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 4 September 2023 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) but trimmed to begin at "Faith brings recognition..." -->"

"4 Zarbon 04:02, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 4 September 2024 (UTC) 1 Kalki 23:54, 4 September 2009 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) but with a lean toward 2, or perhaps even 3, but only if trimmed to the "The public display of religion is not God. We do not put God in our nation's life by placing the Ten Commandments in courthouses, nor do we evict God by removing the Ten Commandments from public property." (I might agree with the rest of the sentiments he expresses here, but I don't feel they make great material for a QOTD.) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 4 September 2025 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 13:31, 1 August 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 20:31, 4 September 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 21:54, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:10, 4 September 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Lehmann 14:38, 3 September 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 20:31, 4 September 2007 (UTC) No clear relation to the date, and I feel that more interesting quotes on environmental concerns can be found than this for such dates where there are clear correlations."

"2 Zarbon 05:40, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"2 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:40, 30 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:02, 29 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 18:11, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) but either trimmed or extended to eliminate ambiguity as to the context of "the starting point"."

"2 Kalki 16:09, 4 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 20:10, 1 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 4 September 2023 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:52, 1 October 2006 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:01, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 because it takes a princely quality to admit one's own fault. Zarbon 04:01, 25 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 N6n 15:15, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"3 —> 4 N6n 15:15, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"3 N6n 15:15, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"3 > 4 This is the same as much of Oriental philosophies: Dharma, Tao, Zen, etc. N6n 15:15, 15 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"3 Wallacegromit1 (talk) 18:09, 4 October 2021 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 22:53, 3 October 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:01, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:22, 4 October 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:22, 4 October 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 00:22, 4 October 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 00:32, 5 October 2007 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"3 InvisibleSun 23:44, 4 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:34, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 19:17, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:44, 4 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because principles are the foundation. Zarbon 03:53, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 19:17, 2 October 2008 (UTC) but I would not actually use this unless it was sourced."

"2 because luck comes to those who try. Zarbon 03:53, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 for the emphasis on "divided we fall, united we stand" message. Zarbon 03:53, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:53, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 19:17, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 03:53, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 19:17, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:32, 4 October 2008 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 Zarbon 03:53, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 08:09, 3 October 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:17, 2 October 2008 (UTC) still with a lean toward 3, but there are other better quotes by others I would rank higher for now."

"3 Kalki 20:49, 4 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:49, 4 October 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 20:49, 4 October 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 20:49, 4 October 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. [After considering ALL of these, this was actually my top preference for 2014, but decided to go with one that had another high ranking vote for it. ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:33, 3 October 2014 (UTC)]"

"1 Truth resides in the Platonic world, it doesn't interact with the physical world. N6n 15:15, 15 September 2010 (UTC)"

"4 bystander (talk) 16:44, 3 October 2014 (UTC) Seems apropos to the current state of affairs"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:33, 3 October 2014 (UTC) This is perhaps true, but seems to have too narrow a focus on "religion", almost as if it were a "motive" or primary cause, rather than an excuse or cover for evil aims."

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:33, 3 October 2014 (UTC) I could agree with the fact that among the most dangerous of the deluded are those created by religious zealotry, but not with the assumption or implication that this is an exclusive group of exclusionist personalities or partisans. There are many forms of bigoted zealotry just as foully oppressive as the foulest of religious zealots who overtly profess a religious motive to their brutal lusts and aims."

"4 Pithy Francoln (talk) 16:24, 6 October 2016 (UTC) An awesome endorsement from a notable scientist for the idea that we can find spiritual significance in the diversity and beauty wrought through evolution."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:52, 4 October 2017 (UTC) but perhaps extended."

"3 Pithy Francoln (talk) 17:41, 8 October 2016 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:52, 4 October 2017 (UTC) with a lean toward 3, but perhaps extended."

"3 Pithy Francoln (talk) 21:28, 13 October 2016 (UTC) This was one of the best lines from the 2014 Cosmos. I just didn't give it a "4" ranking because I think the Evolution really happened quote, above (also from Cosmos: ASO) is a more important QOTD candidate."

"4 InvisibleSun 18:56, 3 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:40, 4 November 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 23:38, 4 November 2008 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 21:49, 3 November 2006 (UTC) whenever this is used, it should be formatted as it is presented on the author's page:"

"1 because I prefer the original stages to this comical perspective...denial, anger, acceptance...although I must say it is a detailed logical quote. Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Waheedone 02:25, 23 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 * 3 Kalki 21:49, 3 November 2006 (UTC)"

"3 because this one is damn sheer brilliance defined. He feels the suffering of everyone, the anguish of others, and is not alone in seeking a relationship with prisoners bound by law. I truly, truly, like this quote a lot. Way to go Debs. Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Kalki 21:49, 3 November 2006 (UTC)"

"4 because this is so true. I love this quote and hold its initial meaning close to my heart. It is always better to express oneself and be restrained instead of be free and not expressive. Bravo to Debs for saying this. Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 because this speaks for sorrow beatifully. Zarbon 04:05, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:01, 31 October 2011 (UTC) 3, but this has been partially used already on 14 July 2004 ~ Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC) : but also would include the further stanzas suggested by Zarbon below, which I believe are rather poor as stand-alone quotes, and the final one, for a full quotation of the complete public domain poem all at once, and thus gratest possible context of each of the portions suggested:"

"3 because sorrow compels one to feel for eternity. Wilcox does such a nice job at being thorough. I love quotations such as this, derived from and towards sadness. Zarbon 04:05, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC) The full poem has far greater character and meaning than these stanzas alone can indicate well. (I have now suggested a quotation of the full public domain poem instead of further quoting of parts of it. ~ Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:18, 31 October 2011 (UTC))"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:11, 4 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 and brilliant for the same reason as I said prior. Zarbon 04:05, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC) (I have now suggested a quotation of the full public domain poem instead of further quoting of parts of it. ~ Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:18, 31 October 2011 (UTC))"

"0. I don't see this quote on the Durant page. - InvisibleSun 23:11, 4 November 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC)-->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 4 November 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"0 because it is unsourced. InvisibleSun 23:11, 4 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 on anniversary of shooting JessRek6 (talk) 20:30, 17 November 2018 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:19, 5 November 2019 (UTC) -->, in regard to the anniversary of the Sutherland Springs church shooting."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:07, 4 November 2021 (UTC) 2 Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 12:46, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:11, 4 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone. For this brave old earth must borrow its mirth, But has trouble enough of its own. ~ Ella Wheeler Wilcox ~"

"There is no sudden entrance into Heaven. Slow is the ascent by the path of Love. ~ Ella Wheeler Wilcox"

"3 Zarbon 04:05, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"This has been used, on 1 September 2004"

"3 Waheedone 02:25, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Fossil 21:27, 1 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 14:04, 30 October 2005 (UTC)"

"3 Saritor 15:52, 27 October 2011 (UTC)"

"4 Hydrangeans (talk) 22:01, 3 November 2024 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:42, 4 November 2005 (UTC)"

"3 because nature and wisdom are truly at conflicting odds. Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 --Allen3 talk 23:52, 19 October 2007 (UTC)"

"0 Zarbon 05:41, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:26, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"0 as it is unsourced and is not at the page. Hydrangeans (talk) 22:01, 3 November 2024 (UTC)"

"0 The quote is not included at the page. Hydrangeans (talk) 22:01, 3 November 2024 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:50, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:50, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:05, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 05:29, 19 October 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:29, 31 October 2011 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 Kalki 20:29, 4 December 2006 (UTC) - but in the sourced form: "We have to remember that what we observe is not nature herself, but nature exposed to our method of questioning." -->"

"4 ~ Kalki 22:01, 2 December 2006 (UTC)"

"3. Fys. &#147;Ta fys aym&#148;. 22:13, 3 December 2006 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 00:09, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 18:05, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:54, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Antiquary 23:13, 4 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 this is like a descriptive narrative. Zarbon 00:09, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"1 I very much dislike the "worthwhileness of the pursuits in entertainment for the masses" part. This bit seems very introverted, referring specifically to his career, for a quote that is supposed to be about fellowship. Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Antiquary 23:13, 4 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 22:01, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 22:01, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Ningauble 18:05, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"1 True, but uninspired. Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 06:48, 2 December 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 00:03, 5 December 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:23, 3 December 2008 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4, but I am also inclined to extend this thus (as of 2011·11·29) but extended to read:"

"1 Zarbon 00:09, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:54, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 06:48, 2 December 2012 (UTC) for the original, but I think the extension would make a wonderful quote by itself. -->"

"1 Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:22, 5 December 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 01:22, 29 November 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because inspiration keeps many people from cracking under pressure. Zarbon 04:25, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:53, 4 December 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 01:22, 29 November 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. — but would extend this for context to read:"

"0 (for this date) Kalki 01:22, 29 November 2008 (UTC) This appears to be a misattribution, with at least one published citation indicating it was made by Niels Bohr; I would probably give it a 3 or 4 with better sourcing on a properly related date."

"1 Zarbon 15:38, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because this quote is just plain...comical. I believe what he meant to say is that the image of Mickey Mouse entertained him moreso. But I like the comparison of a cartoon character to all females of the planet. We can see Disney's perspective is a cute one, assessing the difficulty women have most likely posed for him in his life, annoying him...and probably boring him as he stated. Zarbon 04:25, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 01:22, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Ningauble 18:05, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because laughter is all fine and good, but a drama and tragedy does so much more...for me at least. Zarbon 04:25, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:22, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because this is the ideology which I believe in most of all. This is the grand soldier principle, more important than petty squabbles and emotional derelict conversation. There is, quite frankly, a beauty in defeat without submission. But to be a slave to another country willingly is a fate worse than death. This is why some of the greatest rulers in history committed suicide before being captured by their enemies. Magnificent charm in never surrendering to the enemy, taking one's own life in order to be spared the wrath of the enemy. This is most commonly referenced in the Roman Emperor deaths, whom cut their own veins while laying in the bathtub in order to escape the clutches of the oncoming enemy. The same can be said of previous and future military minds that I hold respect for, for sheer honor and admiration comes from the ferocity of this, to choose to die by one's own hand instead of face the enemy knocking on heaven's door. What a charming quote this is. Zarbon 05:52, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 18:55, 2 December 2009 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 01:22, 29 November 2008 (UTC)though I do like this quote (though not what appears to me to be Zarbon's rather shallow perceptions of its significance), but am making a tactical reduction of my ranking to the advantage of one I favor far more strongly, by Walt Disney."

"3 I like the quote, but I do not see it the way you do. To me, suicide is submission, or acceptance of defeat. Fighting till the end is victorious. Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:23, 3 December 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2 This is too much like the famous "If you can dream it, you can do it." Lyle 21:00, 4 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 4 December 2023 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 20:54, 5 January 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Triviaa 04:28, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:15, 5 January 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 23:59, 5 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 23:41, 4 January 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 23:59, 5 January 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4. -->"

"3 Zarbon 14:06, 6 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 14:06, 6 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 03:10, 1 January 2013 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4 -->"

"1 Zarbon 17:57, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Triviaa 04:28, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:15, 5 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 because I agree with Gibran here. It's true that my thought sees power in armies, cannons, battleships, submarines, aeroplanes, and poison gas. He forgot to mention atomic bombs, rocket launchers, tanks, and heat-seeking missiles...but yeah, he's right. He asserts furthermore that he finds power in reason, resolution, and truth. Not so sure how far that would go against an entire army, but it is a rather moral perspective painted by Gibran here, a dynamic comparison, if you will. Zarbon 04:48, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:11, 3 January 2015 (UTC) 1 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙⚡ 17:29, 3 January 2012 (UTC) 2 Kalki 00:17, 6 January 2009 (UTC) I like this, but preferred a similar but more extensive passage from the same work, which has now been used (as QOTD for this date in 2011). but extended for further context."

"3 bystander (talk) 03:10, 1 January 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 because planning to do something and actually doing it are two different things. Zarbon 04:53, 1 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:17, 6 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 07:06, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 07:06, 12 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:17, 6 January 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 14:06, 6 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:17, 6 January 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 20:02, 9 September 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 20:19, 9 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 07:29, 4 January 2011 (UTC)"

"No particular reason for suggesting this quote, other than Thompson is my favorite writer and Jan 6th is my birthday. Feel free to ignore it on that basis. - 20:45, 16 May 2011 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:01, 16 May 2011 (UTC) though this or other quotes of Thompson suggested on his birthdate of 18 July might receive higher rankings there."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 5 January 2017 (UTC)"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister (talk • contribs) 00:47, 23 August 2018 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:17, 6 January 2024 (UTC); with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:36, 1 April 2025 (UTC)"

"1 I like Bob Marley a lot, but I don't think this makes for a great qotd. - Zarbon 14:58, 5 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:24, 5 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 21:53, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:24, 5 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 21:53, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:42, 20 January 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:45, 5 February 2021 (UTC)* 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 4 February 2017 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. , but exteneded to read:"

"proposed by Kalki"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 4 February 2017 (UTC) //// but extended for context. -->"

"History teaches that wars begin when governments believe the price of aggression is cheap. ~ Ronald Reagan"

"Whatever else history may say about me when I’m gone, I hope it will record that I appealed to your best hopes, not your worst fears; to your confidence rather than your doubts. My dream is that you will travel the road ahead with liberty’s lamp guiding your steps and opportunity’s arm steadying your way. ~ Ronald Reagan"

"3 because enrichment of one's daily routine requires one to work when unnecessary and relax when work is being done. Sometimes, the shift in vice versa balances a stabilized regime. Zarbon 04:43, 2 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:42, 20 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 4 February 2017 (UTC) but with a lean towards 1, though with a possibility of leaning toward 3, or more, sometime in the future, if it can be sufficiently very clearly presented in a humorous context."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 4 February 2017 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 4 February 2017 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 InvisibleSun 23:46, 5 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 23:23, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:46, 5 March 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 15:33, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 19:17, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Ningauble 14:32, 3 March 2009 (UTC) — Now is a propitious time to use this venerable formulation of a fundamental conundrum. The depth of fundamental ideas tends to be obscured by apparent simplicity, yet this quote's radical simplicity carries a notable punch."

"4 UDScott 15:29, 4 March 2009 (UTC) - Despite the arguments that have occurred regarding this quote (see above and below), two facts remain: this is a famous and thought-provoking quote and the much anticipated film is being released on this date. I cannot think of a better time to use the quote and I heartily endorse its use. This does not even imply that I like or dislike the film, but rather that I like the quote and that I think it is a good time to use it when it coincides with the film's release."

"4 InvisibleSun 23:29, 5 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 03:05, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 04:34, 3 March 2009 (UTC) this is a mundane and obtuse observation if ever there was one, and I was slightly surprised Moore placed such a statement in Dr. Manhattan's mouth. Manhattan's own experiences, while leaving him somewhat fatalistic in many ways, testified heavily of the insufficiency of particle based assessments of either time, life, or Reality itself."

"1 UDScott 15:29, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:29, 5 March 2009 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 04:34, 3 March 2009 (UTC) I already used this very profound insight on Moore's birthday, on the 18 November 2005, and any of the others might eventually be used upon that day."

"2 UDScott 15:29, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 04:34, 3 March 2009 (UTC) I like this one much, and might eventually rank it a 3 or 4 on some other day, but I don't necessarily accept or condone the type of character or comedian the Comedian became."

"1 Zarbon 04:09, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 UDScott 15:29, 4 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk · contributions) 16:04, 27 February 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 23:23, 5 March 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but would also now extend it thus:"

"3 Zarbon 04:09, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk · contributions) 16:04, 27 February 2011 (UTC) 2 Kalki 02:50, 3 March 2009 (UTC) but leaning toward 3. with a lean toward 4."

"4 N6n 10:40, 16 October 2010 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 18:09, 3 March 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:33, 4 March 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:23, 5 March 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:31, 3 March 2014 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:41, 3 March 2012 (UTC) (after finding some lyrics that fit the criteria noted above by Bystander). -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 5 March 2017 (UTC) 2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 16:04, 27 February 2011 (UTC) /// * 3 Kalki 23:23, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 14:32, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 N6n 10:40, 16 October 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:04, 6 March 2019 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:41, 3 March 2012 (UTC) — most years I would not have likely preferred this, but certain synchronicities prompt me to do so this year, one of which is the impression that it makes a fair paring with the previous QOTD for March 5: "My favorite thing about the Internet is that you get to go into the private world of real creeps without having to smell them." ~ Penn Jillette. -->"

"initially proposed on the posting page (without author) by Tara who had "read it off a 'Hallmark e-card" 11:48, 4 March 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 21:24, 4 March 2006 (UTC) no clear linkage to the date, but the suggestion prompted me to do some research and create a page for James Allen."

"2 InvisibleSun 23:46, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:09, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 01:38, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:23, 5 March 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"I just kike this quote and think someday it should be qotm.--McNoddy 14:24, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:23, 5 March 2007 (UTC) This might fare better if placed on his birthdate (29 November), though I am assuming that Wolfgang Singer is Hans Wolfgang Singer."

"3, to be used on a more appropriate date. InvisibleSun 23:46, 5 March 2007 (UTC)"

"3, but on a different date, as suggested above. UDScott 15:29, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon 02:37, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 02:50, 3 March 2009 (UTC) Though I might rank it a 2 or even a 3 some other year."

"3 InvisibleSun 23:29, 5 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 02:37, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:50, 3 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 02:49, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 02:53, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"This is not by DuMaurier; as the article shows, it is by Léon Montenaeken. InvisibleSun 23:29, 5 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 and strong lean toward a 4. Zarbon 02:49, 3 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 UDScott 15:29, 4 March 2009 (UTC) - I like the quote, but I'm not sure what ties it to this date."

"2 Kalki (talk · contributions) 16:04, 27 February 2011 (UTC) but I might eventually rank it higher."

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:41, 3 March 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:41, 3 March 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 DanielTom (talk) 09:35, 11 May 2013 (UTC)"

"This was already used, on 14 February 2009. ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:42, 3 March 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 5 March 2016 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 5 March 2016 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:47, 5 March 2023 (UTC); with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:47, 5 March 2023 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:59, 5 April 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 00:37, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 02:01, 5 April 2009 (UTC) but very conditionally, as the correct sourcing of this seems to be in dispute. I will try to check on this more before tomorrow — must attend to other things right now... All major quote researchers seem to agree this is Carney's poem, but her original form of this seems to have been one I would prefer to use, (possibly in conjunction with the other stanzas of the previous suggestion):"

"2 InvisibleSun 20:23, 5 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:52, 1 April 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 02:01, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:01, 5 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 InvisibleSun 20:23, 5 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 23:23, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:21, 4 April 2014 (UTC) 2 Kalki 02:01, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:57, 5 April 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:01, 5 April 2009 (UTC) but would extend this for context to read:"

"3 Lisa (talk) 08:34, 31 March 2021 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 5 April 2025 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:46, 6 April 2021 (UTC), with a lean toward 3. -->"

"3 Kalki 02:01, 5 April 2009 (UTC) there is ambiguity and significance here beyond his intentions."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:29, 5 April 2016 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:33, 8 April 2016 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:46, 6 April 2025 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:46, 6 April 2025 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:46, 6 April 2025 (UTC); with a lean towards 4."

"3 Aphaia 18:01, 5 May 2007 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 18:58, 5 May 2007 (UTC) But since we should use it only once, I would prefer to extend it to include more context from the close:"

"3 for each version. InvisibleSun 20:18, 5 May 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 16:58, 4 May 2008 (UTC) 3 Kalki 20:07, 5 May 2007 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:18, 5 May 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 05:00, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:32, 5 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 08:44, 28 April 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 18:58, 5 May 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 because this deals somewhat with Freud's distinctions of the Id, Ego, and the missing Superego, nice one. Zarbon 05:00, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 20:18, 5 May 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:00, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 11:47, 27 March 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 because education is the key factor of freedom, and ignorance is bound to tyranny. Zarbon 04:26, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:01, 6 May 2019 (UTC) 2 Kalki 23:47, 4 May 2009 (UTC) //* 3 Kalki 16:58, 4 May 2008 (UTC) but would use the variant translation: "The secret of liberty is to enlighten men, as that of tyranny is to keep them in ignorance.""

"3 InvisibleSun 04:51, 5 May 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 16:24, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:27, 5 May 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:58, 4 May 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:05, 5 May 2024 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:55, 1 May 2012 (UTC) -->"

"Used 24 December 2004, selected by Kalki"

"4 Aphaia 18:01, 5 May 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:47, 4 May 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 18:58, 5 May 2007 (UTC) I like this but there are now several other options I would rank higher for a while."

"2 Kalki 16:20, 5 May 2009 (UTC) 3 Kalki 18:58, 5 May 2007 (UTC) though the concepts seem plausibly presented, I don't actually agree with the choice of terms here"

"3 Kalki 18:58, 5 May 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because man finds a way, even if lips are sealed. Zarbon 04:14, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:13, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:47, 4 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 because religion does derive its strength from the people's own instinctual desires. Whether or not it is an illusion is the question, but Freud's perspective is well said in this quote. Zarbon 04:14, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 07:13, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:58, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 16:24, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 16:24, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:58, 4 May 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 because in order to have change, one must endure the many steps of revolution, so to speak. Zarbon 04:26, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 04:51, 5 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because this is rather true. The heroes of time and history have been guided much by the time in which they fell or were born into...chance is truly a major factor. Zarbon 04:26, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 16:20, 5 May 2009 (UTC) tactical shift — there are several suggestions which have been made which I prefer to this one.* 3 Kalki 16:58, 4 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because through death, one achieves the one thing one cannot achieve through living; the essence of immortality. Zarbon 04:26, 3 May 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 23:47, 4 May 2009 (UTC)"

"4, but use the sourced translation from the article: "Death is the commencement of immortality." Ficaia (talk) 09:52, 3 May 2024 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:52, 28 November 2011 (UTC)"

"3 bystander (talk) 19:08, 1 May 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:55, 1 May 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:14, 4 May 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:14, 4 May 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:14, 4 May 2014 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Zarbon (talk) 07:23, 31 January 2026 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:54, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 and I don't particularly find this quote excessively exhilarating. I don't quite comprehend what is meant by "leaving it to heaven". Is it like saying you will be judged if you do and judged if you don't?...a bit confusing. Maybe if it's better explained. Zarbon 22:46, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:49, 5 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 07:08, 31 May 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC), but would now extend this to read:"

"2 but I'd find the knowledge of death to control man's fate, regardless of his wanting it or not. Zarbon 22:46, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 06:22, 29 May 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC) with a slight lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 5 June 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 because the dead is unaware of suffering, but the survivors carry the weight of anguish and loss within. Zarbon 23:24, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:11, 5 June 2016 (UTC) 2 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC) but would extend this for context to read:"

"3. 1. This quote is unsourced. InvisibleSun 21:54, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:01, 6 June 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 23:14, 5 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"3 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 23:14, 5 June 2018 (UTC) -->, for the 75th anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy, on which date this prayer was publicly delivered by FDR, 6 June 1944."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:23, 6 June 2022 (UTC) 2 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:08, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because time mends the pain of loss and suffering. Zarbon 23:24, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"1 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 23:14, 5 June 2018 (UTC)"

"3 because obsession and possession of a certain idea...makes one become devoured by its very essence, and almost every move one makes, one makes revolving around that idea. Zarbon 23:24, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:54, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 23:14, 5 June 2018 (UTC)"

"3 because those who have the power, trust no one. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 21:54, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because to fight with virtue is glorious. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 because this quote brilliantly depicts the epitome of that which I stand for. The gallant march to death. The very beauty of death. Yes, the magnificently charming texture of death, best depicted here in the verbalization of the context of this quote. And yes, the death for one's country is so beautiful, darn...beautiful. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because without risk, there would be no excitement. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because the acceptance of death is admirable. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 because kings are human, and they too make mistakes. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 and I love this quote. For those who decide with their heart are those who are "love" oriented. I, on the other hand, prefer the "reason" ascribed people. But regardless of any side, the beautiful image is painted well in this quote, as the characterization of "love" and "reason" is witnessed, neither is "right" and neither is "wrong", but both are different. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 well said. Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 05:55, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 for being outright. Zarbon 06:00, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because this statement says what I believe...all civilizations must come to an end. Zarbon 06:00, 18 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2. 1. This quote is unsourced. InvisibleSun 21:54, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 22:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 22:46, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 and that's the highest I could give this one after I had already examined Corneille fully. Zarbon 22:46, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:05, 5 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 03:52, 6 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 02:02, 26 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:12, 6 June 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 07:32, 11 October 2009 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 1 June 2012 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or 4 for some variant of this."

"3 Jeff Q (talk) 16:59, 4 July 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Jeff Q (talk) 16:59, 4 July 2006 (UTC) Give JP a break for now."

"3 because determination even under heavy odds is respectable and admirable. Zarbon 05:03, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 00:01, 6 July 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:13, 9 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 08:11, 11 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"2 Zarbon 05:00, 3 July 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 05:00, 3 July 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3.25. Nice quote. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 13:47, 22 September 2015 (UTC) -->"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 13:50, 22 September 2015 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:22, 5 July 2017 (UTC) — but would extend this to read:"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 04:19, 24 February 2016 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:52, 5 July 2019 (UTC), but extended for context... -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 5 July 2022 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 19:27, 27 March 2015 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4; but perhaps trimmed to:"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 14:07, 22 September 2015 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:12, 5 July 2025 (UTC); but extended slightly for context. -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 08:32, 25 Jun 2005 (UTC)"

"1 ~ Too many topics around America. A bit bored. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Aphaia (talk • contribs) 02:09, 5 July 2005 (UTC})"

"0. Jeff Q (talk) 16:59, 4 July 2006 (UTC) Concur with Aphaia."

"1 Kalki 19:27, 9 July 2007 (UTC) Would prefer something more remarkable by Bush, if he were to be quoted on his birthday."

"0 Strongly concur with Aphaia and Jeffq. Zarbon 05:03, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 00:01, 6 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 02:48, 30 June 2010 (UTC)"

"2,5 because it came true. DanielTom (talk) 10:52, 4 March 2015 (UTC) #ThanksObama"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:44, 5 July 2015 (UTC), The statement is certainly valid, and yet the ironical hypocrisies and stupidities innate in the general context of it being made are not easily apparent without very extensive commentary. The greatest enemy of all humanity is human stupidity which persists in absolutist forms of error. Some of the worst, most pervasive and pernicious forms of human stupidity are those forms of entrenched bigotry born of ignorance and confusion by which one person or group of persons declares other persons or groups of persons absolutely good or absolutely bad, and absolutist wars of absolutist enmities are so "justified" and so initiated and so fought, by many diverse parties thinking of themselves as absolutely good or entirely right, and others as absolutely bad and entirely wrong — and deserving of only contempt, and worthy only to be mercilessly punished or even exterminated — throughout the ages of human histories. Some people have enough wisdom, even in infancy to reject such pervasive forms of stupidity, and yet know that contending ably against the many forms of it which exists in others can be very dangerous and exhausting, and must be done wisely and with great grace. The wise seek to assert the ways of greatest grace and wise virtues, and know that this path is not always easy or simple or easily explained. So it goes… ⨀∴☥☮♥∵ॐ … ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:44, 5 July 2015 (UTC) + tweak"

": Straw man. ~ DanielTom (talk) 12:09, 5 July 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:44, 5 July 2015 (UTC)"

"3.25. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 13:47, 22 September 2015 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 22:41, 12 July 2016 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 14:30, 10 July 2017 (UTC)"

"2 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 03:12, 7 August 2007 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 23:15, 8 August 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 03:12, 7 August 2007 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:15, 8 August 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:18, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 15:18, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 04:21, 6 August 2010 (UTC) but without inserted "the Turtle" * 1 Kalki 17:32, 8 August 2006 (UTC)"

"4 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 03:12, 7 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:15, 8 August 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 11:59, 8 August 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 InvisibleSun 23:31, 8 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 1 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 1 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:14, 8 August 2020 (UTC) 2 Kalki 11:59, 8 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:31, 8 August 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 8 August 2021 (UTC), * 3 Kalki 17:32, 8 August 2006 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but extended for fuller context to read:"

"1 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 03:12, 7 August 2007 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 1 August 2013 (UTC); this one went over my head. Hard to understand. -->"

"1 Zarbon 01:34, 9 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 11:31, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"1 don't want to use this if we use Nixon on 8th AllanHainey 12:00, 26 July 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 17:32, 8 August 2006 (UTC)"

"1 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 03:12, 7 August 2007 (UTC); ditto on "not after Nixon""

"1 InvisibleSun 23:15, 8 August 2007 (UTC)"

"3 AllanHainey 12:00, 26 July 2005 (UTC)"

"2 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 06:28, 31 July 2005 (UTC)"

"0 This has now already been used, on 21 October 2005. ~ Kalki 17:32, 8 August 2006 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 05:15, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 11:59, 8 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 01:34, 9 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 04:21, 6 August 2010 (UTC)"

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 1 August 2013 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 1 August 2013 (UTC); no context."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 01:47, 7 August 2011 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:04, 9 August 2017 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:34, 3 August 2006 (UTC) -->"

"1 (prefer it on a less-crowded day) ~ Jeff Q (talk) 13:37, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 00:23, 8 August 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 15:06, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 18:09, 5 August 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 23:57, 5 August 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 17:00, 5 August 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Triviaa 04:14, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister 23:24, 5 August 2015 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:42, 6 August 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:34, 3 August 2006 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 15:06, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Ningauble 13:48, 29 May 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:50, 5 August 2025 (UTC) 2 Kalki 06:25, 5 August 2009 (UTC) — but extended slightly for context. -->; extended beyond the first comma by ."

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 05:39, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"2 AllanHainey 12:00, 26 July 2005 (UTC)"

"3 Sveden 14:47, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 00:39, 7 August 2005 (UTC)"

"1 InvisibleSun 18:09, 5 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 AllanHainey 12:00, 26 July 2005 (UTC)"

"2 ~ Jeff Q (talk) 13:37, 2 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:23, 8 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 18:09, 5 August 2008 (UTC)"

"4 121a0012 03:11, August 2, 2005 (UTC)"

"3 121a0012 04:11, August 5, 2005 (UTC) (adjusted my vote as next year is the 15th anniversary which would be a better choice)"

"2 Kalki 00:23, 8 August 2007 (UTC) but might someday rank it a 3."

"1 121a0012 03:22, August 2, 2005 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 01:29, 1 August 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Triviaa 04:13, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:23, 8 August 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 Zarbon 04:40, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:00, 5 August 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"3 Zarbon 04:40, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:00, 5 August 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Triviaa 04:14, 2 January 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 01:10, 7 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 06:25, 5 August 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 01:10, 7 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 with strong lean towards 4. Zarbon 01:10, 7 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Zarbon 01:10, 7 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 08:44, 5 August 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 08:44, 5 August 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 08:44, 5 August 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"4 Kalki 00:00, 6 September 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:46, 5 September 2007 (UTC)"

"3 because this says a lot about hidden agendas that remain within people...and to compare humans with these animals is very beautiful, in a way it is a brilliant and perfect personification. Zarbon 21:57, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 06:38, 1 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:15, 5 September 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki 23:11, 4 September 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 23:59, 5 September 2008 (UTC), but would extend this to:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 08:30, 3 September 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:00, 6 September 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 21:57, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:17, 1 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:17, 1 September 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:42, 5 September 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:00, 6 September 2007 (UTC)"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 13:35, 1 August 2005 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 19:46, 5 September 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 21:52, 5 September 2005 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 23:11, 4 September 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:21, 8 September 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:17, 1 September 2010 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"2,5 DanielTom (talk) 17:18, 21 June 2014 (UTC)"

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 08:44, 6 September 2014 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 0."

"2,5 DanielTom (talk) 11:04, 16 July 2014 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 00:46, 1 August 2014 (UTC) [suggest using these two pictures]"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 08:44, 6 September 2014 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"4 InvisibleSun 13:47, 5 October 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 19:20, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:50, 5 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 19:42, 23 September 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 09:19, 5 October 2006 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. — extended this slightly for better context ~ Kalki 2010·09·23"

"3 InvisibleSun 13:47, 5 October 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 04:03, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 N6n 15:28, 21 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 AdamKadmon 00:48, 27 November 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 bystander (talk) 20:26, 2 October 2012 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 09:19, 5 October 2006 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:03, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"3 AdamKadmon 00:48, 27 November 2010 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:18, 6 October 2018 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:09, 4 October 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:20, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. // still with a lean toward 3 or 4, but I might prefer many others by Brin and others for a while..."

"3 But you got to make assumptions! N6n 15:28, 21 September 2010 (UTC)"

"2 AdamKadmon 00:48, 27 November 2010 (UTC)"

"4 Wallacegromit1 (talk) 18:20, 4 October 2021 (UTC) -->"

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 03:31, 16 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:40, 5 October 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 09:19, 5 October 2006 (UTC)"

"1 AdamKadmon 00:48, 27 November 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:44, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 17:45, 5 October 2009 (UTC) * 2 Kalki 19:20, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 17:44, 5 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:13, 6 October 2016 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:29, 5 October 2020 (UTC) though I could rank it higher with a clear relation to the date."

"3 InvisibleSun 15:20, 4 November 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:45, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Antiquary 22:55, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"0 Fossil 23:19, 5 November 2008 (UTC) ~ Fossil votes not counted at this time, as very recent editor, suspected to merely be a sockpuppet of Zarbon. ~ Kalki 2008·11·05 -->"

"2 Kalki 19:49, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 22:45, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:42, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:45, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Antiquary 22:55, 5 November 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 05:42, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:46, 5 November 2021 (UTC) 2 Kalki 19:49, 5 November 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"0 because it is unsourced. - InvisibleSun 22:45, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 5 November 2022 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:49, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:18, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:24, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 19:49, 5 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 for comedic value. Zarbon 04:31, 8 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:07, 4 November 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:34, 31 October 2011 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:32, 5 November 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ~ Kalki 22:03, 2 December 2006 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:29, 5 December 2006 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 01:44, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Lyle 17:49, 5 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Antiquary 20:00, 5 December 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:21, 5 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Zarbon 15:39, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Lyle 17:49, 5 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Antiquary 20:00, 5 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 22:07, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Lyle 17:49, 5 December 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 07:29, 5 December 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:39, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:39, 29 November 2011 (UTC) 3 Kalki 01:44, 29 November 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"proposed by Zarbon <!-- The difficulties which trouble us, have troubled the hearts and minds of men as far back as we can trace the beginnings of religious life. The great problems touching the relation of the Finite to the Infinite, of the human mind as the recipient, and of the Divine Spirit as the source of truth, are old problems indeed; and while watching their appearance in different countries, and their treatment under varying circumstances, we shall be able, I believe, to profit ourselves, both by the errors which others committed before us, and by the truth which they discovered. We shall know the rocks that threaten every religion in this changing and shifting world of ours, and having watched many a storm of religious controversy and many a shipwreck in distant seas, we shall face with greater calmness and prudence the troubled waters at home. ~ Max Müller"

"3 Zarbon 23:32, 27 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙☳☶⚡ 04:30, 2 December 2012 (UTC) 2 Kalki 01:44, 29 November 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. but for context, would extend it to begin with "The position which believers and unbelievers occupy with regard to their various forms of faith is very much the same all over the world.""

"2 InvisibleSun 23:21, 5 December 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:11, 4 December 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 21:10, 5 December 2005 (UTC) with a lean toward 4, but would now extend this to:"

"2 Zarbon 15:39, 26 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:55, 4 December 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"3 ~ UDScott 23:09, 28 November 2005 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:44, 29 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:55, 5 December 2017 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 09:06, 6 January 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 04:26, 5 January 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 00:21, 6 January 2009 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 04:26, 5 January 2008 (UTC)"

"3 because this has been taught by the course of history. Very nice quotation. Zarbon 17:59, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Triviaa 04:31, 2 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:15, 5 January 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 04:26, 5 January 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 17:59, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☮♌︎Kalki·†·⚓⊙⚡ 05:41, 4 January 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 04:26, 5 January 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"proposed by Zarbon <!-- It is not strange...to mistake change for progress. ~ Millard Fillmore"

"3 Zarbon 05:48, 13 December 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 17:27, 6 January 2013 (UTC) 2 Kalki 00:21, 6 January 2009 (UTC), with a lean toward 3, or even 4, but only if extended for context to read:"

"3 bystander (talk) 23:57, 4 January 2013 (UTC) extended version -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:50, 5 January 2014 (UTC) 3 Kalki 04:26, 5 January 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 bystander (talk) 23:57, 4 January 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:39, 6 January 2017 (UTC) 2 Kalki 00:21, 6 January 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 6 January 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 00:21, 6 January 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 6 January 2021 (UTC) -->, in regard to historical issues and events which have occurred on this date."

"2 Kalki 00:21, 6 January 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 09:06, 6 January 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 00:21, 6 January 2009 (UTC); but extended for context to read:"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 6 January 2025 (UTC) 2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 17:27, 6 January 2013 (UTC); but corrected and extended to read:"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 17:27, 6 January 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:55, 6 January 2024 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 6 January 2025 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 21:56, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 22:52, 6 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 23:21, 6 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3. Perhaps the quote should begin at "It is the same..." - InvisibleSun 23:30, 6 February 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 03:08, 3 February 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:11, 6 February 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Zarbon 21:56, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:58, 6 February 2021 (UTC) 3 Kalki 23:11, 6 February 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 21:56, 22 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"proposed by Kalki"

""Business!" cried the Ghost, wringing its hands again. "Mankind was my business. The common welfare was my business; charity, mercy, forbearance, and benevolence, were, all, my business. The dealings of my trade were but a drop of water in the comprehensive ocean of my business!" ~ Charles Dickens in A Christmas Carol"

"3 Kalki 23:11, 6 February 2008 (UTC) (but I would much prefer to use this sometime in the Christmas season, perhaps on the anniversary of the publication of A Christmas Carol)"

"3 InvisibleSun 16:45, 6 February 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 23:11, 6 February 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:11, 6 February 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:02, 1 February 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:02, 1 February 2010 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:55, 23 November 2010 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:05, 14 June 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 04:05, 14 June 2014 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:16, 7 February 2023 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:34, 7 February 2025 (UTC)"

"4 UDScott 15:38, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 22:08, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:13, 6 March 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 16:58, 3 March 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 17:09, 27 February 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:48, 3 March 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 bystander (talk) 21:18, 3 March 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:55, 4 March 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:05, 5 March 2014 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:51, 6 March 2015 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. but might prefer to use another commonly quoted form, and begin with "One swallow does not a summer make…""

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 6 March 2017 (UTC) 3 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:30, 7 March 2018 (UTC) 2 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3. but in a slightly shortened form."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 6 March 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:45, 28 February 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 6 March 2020 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:54, 6 March 2015 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4, but would extend this to read:"

"2 Zarbon 19:18, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:50, 28 February 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 19:18, 28 February 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:23, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 3."

"2 InvisibleSun 23:13, 6 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:23, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 and lean toward a 4. Zarbon 04:23, 4 March 2009 (UTC)"

"1 Ningauble 22:08, 4 March 2009 (UTC) Would that laws were so, but this is too ironic for me."

"1 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC) Frankly, I must agree with Ninguable here, at least with most understandings of the word "Law.""

"Great quote, but this was already used, on 1 August 2003 ~ Kalki (talk &middot; contributions)."

"2 Ningauble 22:08, 4 March 2009 (UTC) There are too many other bases for happiness, activity, and war making."

"1 Ningauble 22:08, 4 March 2009 (UTC) Taken literally or ironically, I find this unappealing."

"1 Kalki 16:55, 6 March 2009 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:54, 6 March 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki·⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:01, 2 April 2016 (UTC)"

"4 21:23, 6 April 2007 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:42, 6 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Ningauble 16:26, 6 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 21:39, 6 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 15:10, 6 April 2009 (UTC)"

"4 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:35, 3 April 2011 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:47, 1 April 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC) 3 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean towards a 4"

"1 Zarbon 23:28, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Ningauble 16:26, 6 April 2009 (UTC) I would prefer to skip first two lines -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 17:16, 6 April 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 7 April 2016 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:51, 6 April 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 18:31, 6 April 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 19:41, 5 April 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 6 April 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 21:35, 3 April 2011 (UTC) , but am extending this for context to read:"

"1 Zarbon 15:10, 6 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 21:39, 6 April 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:57, 6 April 2025 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC) But only if prefixed to begin with :"

"3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 23:28, 22 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4 but would extend it :"

"3 Ningauble 16:26, 6 April 2009 (UTC) for the extended quote."

"3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean towards a 4"

"3 Kalki 15:59, 6 April 2007 (UTC) with a strong lean towards a 4, but would now (2011 onwards) prefer to extend it to the full poem "On the Extinction of the Venetian Republic":"

"2.5 Ningauble 16:26, 6 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 01:01, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 01:01, 4 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 02:14, 5 April 2009 (UTC) needs context."

"3 Kalki 02:29, 5 April 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 17:10, 25 April 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Aphaia 19:15, 6 May 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 05:05, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 InvisibleSun 23:19, 6 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 00:21, 6 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:21, 6 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Arjen Dijksman 20:49, 5 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:19, 6 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 17:46, 30 April 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4. -->"

"2 Zarbon 20:25, 6 May 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Arjen Dijksman 20:49, 5 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 6 May 2018 (UTC) 3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a slight lean toward 4, but would now extend this for context to read:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:51, 6 May 2019 (UTC) 2 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:12, 28 April 2010 (UTC) * 3 Kalki 17:10, 25 April 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 3"

"3 but this can be trimmed down to the last sentence starting from "the most flattering hopes make way for the severest disappointments." Zarbon 05:05, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Arjen Dijksman 20:49, 5 May 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 07:43, 19 April 2007 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:38, 6 May 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 17:10, 25 April 2007 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4., but would extend this slightly for context to read:"

"2 Zarbon 05:05, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 01:06, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:54, 6 May 2023 (UTC) 3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:49, 6 May 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 17:10, 25 April 2007 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Zarbon 05:05, 23 April 2008 (UTC)"

"We come nearest to the great when we are great in humility. ~ Rabindranath Tagore"

"If you shut your door to all errors truth will be shut out. ~ Rabindranath Tagore"

"{{quote of the day"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 13:03, 20 January 2018 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:42, 4 May 2018 (UTC) but would extend this for context to read:"

"3 because people who believe that some people are immortal in their physical essence are proven wrong when the end of their life comes just as any other person. And truly, ashes to ashes, dust to dust becomes a descriptive outlook. Zarbon 04:28, 29 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 00:21, 6 May 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4 (though with little regard for Zarbon's assessment of its significance)"

"3 Kalki 17:33, 6 May 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 preferred for Edwin Land's centennial 2009 Arjen Dijksman 20:49, 5 May 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 00:56, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 01:06, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) I like this, but I prefer some other quotes by Land, and others — with a lean toward 3 or perhaps eventually a 4."

"2 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 00:56, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 and strong lean toward 4. Zarbon 00:56, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC)"

"3 lean towards 4 (2015) Edty10 01:02, 21st April 2015 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"1 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) but usually of thinking too much of little and too little of much."

"3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a slight lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 12:44, 6 May 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4, in this form OR trimmed to just the motto itself, which is all which is normally quoted. I prefer to retain the qualifying expressions prior to it."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 00:09, 4 May 2011 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4"

"3 with a lean to 4 bystander (talk) 21:10, 6 May 2012 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 01:48, 6 May 2014 (UTC)"

"3 DanielTom (talk) 21:11, 14 May 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 20:22, 5 May 2015 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 20:38, 6 June 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:38, 6 June 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 13:23, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:09, 6 June 2009 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 13:23, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 21:59, 6 June 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:10, 6 June 2008 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 13:23, 23 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:55, 6 June 2017 (UTC) 3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 11:37, 5 June 2016 (UTC) -->"

"3 J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 19:00, 6 June 2018 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:10, 7 June 2020 (UTC) — a portion of this quote was previously used, and the connection to this date is rather tenuous, but there is a paucity of suggestions for this date. However, the source of this variant of an oft-used statement in his speeches is not provided, and I would prefer to used an early sourced variant:"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:56, 6 June 2023 (UTC) 1 Kalki 12:53, 6 June 2006 (UTC) I understand his sentiments, but this seems a bit too petulant to be entirely admirable."

"2 I do not like the quote enough to give it a three, but I disagree with Kalki. Quotes can be childish and bad-tempered and not admirable yet still meaningful. I think that we should choose quotes based on whether or not we believe that they contain a message that others should see. Unless a quote is especially profane, I usually will not give it a one simply for being "...a bit too petulant...". J.A.R.N.Y.|🗣️|📧 18:53, 6 June 2018 (UTC) -->"

"3 Jeff Q (talk) 00:44, 6 July 2006 (UTC) -->"

"4 Jeff Q (talk) 00:44, 6 July 2006 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:02, 3 July 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 08:38, 25 Jun 2005 (UTC)"

"2 121a0012 June 27, 2005 03:52 (UTC) (Enh... I think we can do better.)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 6 July 2015 (UTC) I do believe it is time to use this. 2 Kalki 5 July 2005 22:39 (UTC) This is actually one of my favorite Heinlein statements, in that it regularly goes through my mind, but "grok" still remains a somewhat obscure term to most people though I would like to eventually give it a 3 or a 4."

"2 Jeff Q (talk) 00:44, 6 July 2006 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:05, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 08:07, 11 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4. -->"

"originally suggested by Kalki for July 13, 2005 (moved to this date by Jeff Q)"

"4 Jeff Q (talk) 10:49, 10 July 2006 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:26, 6 July 2025 (UTC) 2 Kalki 00:44, 6 July 2007 (UTC) I might possibly rank this higher someday, but Ken Livingstone was quoted just last month, and Heinlein is one of those few authors who I am strongly inclined to favor nearly any year on their birthday. ~ Kalki 00:44, 6 July 2007 (UTC) — but I might have a strong inclination to use this on the 10th anniversary, in 2015. ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 16:21, 4 July 2014 (UTC); in regard to the 20th anniversary of the event referred to. ~ ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:26, 6 July 2025 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 05:05, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->; selected in 2025 in regard to the 20th anniversary of the 7 July 2005 London bombings."

"Nothing you do, however many of us you kill, will stop that flight to our city where freedom is strong and where people can live in harmony with one another. Whatever you do, however many you kill, you will fail. ~ Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London; anniversary of the 7 July 2005 London bombings"

"3 Jeff Q (talk) 10:49, 10 July 2006 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 5 July 2005 22:39 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"2 Zarbon 05:05, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:02, 6 July 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 01:58, 3 July 2009 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 04:02, 6 July 2008 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:21, 2 July 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:21, 2 July 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:21, 2 July 2010 (UTC) with a lean toward 4; though I do not share the level of pessimism of Heinlein's character here, I can appreciate the general tendencies are much as stated."

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 09:21, 2 July 2010 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 05:17, 24 April 2013 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"4 InvisibleSun 23:43, 6 August 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 14:56, 4 August 2005 (UTC) This voted made by AndyCunningham"

"1 Kalki 19:59, 6 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:43, 6 August 2007 (UTC)"

"2 Zarbon 15:09, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:43, 6 August 2007 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 15:09, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 12:07, 3 August 2013 (UTC) 2 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:00, 7 August 2020 (UTC) but perhaps extended for context... 3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 11:33, 3 August 2010 (UTC) with a VERY strong lean toward 4."

"0 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC) If posted on the right date, I would've given this one a '3' as well. -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:58, 6 August 2023 (UTC) 3 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:59, 6 August 2024 (UTC); remarks in first public rally after being chosen as VP nominee by Kamala Harris. -->; remarks in first public rally after being chosen as VP nominee by Kamala Harris."

"* 0 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC) Love this quote. I would rate this a '3' but according to this article, Jimmy Wales was born August 8."

"Imagine a world in which every single person on the planet is given free access to the sum of all human knowledge. That's what we're doing. ~ Jimmy Wales"

"0 Zarbon 15:09, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 05:42, 20 July 2005 (UTC)"

"3 AllanHainey 12:00, 26 July 2005 (UTC)"

"0 Kalki 22:34, 5 August 2005 (UTC) "laugh and move on...""

"0 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC) His Wikiquote page says he was born August 8."

"2 Zarbon 04:57, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 3 or 4."

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 17:05, 5 August 2008 (UTC) with a strong lean toward 4."

"3 Zarbon 04:57, 26 May 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Abattoir666 (talk &middot; contributions) 11:33, 5 August 2014 (EST) I'm sorry, but the incessant optimism is kinda killing me, besides, this ones kinda funny."

"1 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:51, 5 August 2014 (UTC) there is no clear relation to the date, and there are many others by Kahn I would prefer to use, even on such dates as have more relation to Kahn, or the statement."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:51, 5 August 2014 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki (talk &middot; contributions) 11:33, 3 August 2010 (UTC)"

"0 //Gbern3 (talk) 10:45, 30 July 2013 (UTC) [struck as this user was objecting to the error in the date, because this originally was placed on the "7th August" suggestion page]"

"3 although better to be used on Khrushchev's birthdate. Zarbon 21:59, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 04:23, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"3 Zarbon 04:23, 8 September 2009 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 21:59, 24 April 2008 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 21:59, 24 April 2008 (UTC)"

"3 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:45, 23 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"1 and lean toward 2. - Zarbon 04:23, 8 September 2009 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:45, 23 August 2013 (UTC) -->"

"1 Zarbon 04:23, 8 September 2009 (UTC)"

"2.5 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:45, 23 August 2013 (UTC)"

"2 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:44, 6 September 2016 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 22:50, 6 September 2005 (UTC)"

"1 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:45, 23 August 2013 (UTC) No context."

"3 Zarbon 06:50, 1 June 2008 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 23:56, 6 September 2008 (UTC)"

"2 //Gbern3 (talk) 14:45, 23 August 2013 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 15:58, 6 September 2009 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 InvisibleSun 17:37, 6 October 2007 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 23:20, 6 October 2008 (UTC) -->"

"3 tending to 4 N6n 15:55, 21 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"3 N6n 15:55, 21 September 2010 (UTC) -->"

"4 bystander (talk) 20:43, 2 October 2012 (UTC) -->"

"2 Zarbon 05:19, 2 July 2008 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 13:18, 5 October 2013 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4, but I would extend it:"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 02:58, 7 October 2019 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 bystander (talk) 20:43, 2 October 2012 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 00:02, 7 October 2020 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 InvisibleSun 23:20, 6 October 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Wallacegromit1 (talk) 18:32, 4 October 2021 (UTC) -->"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:54, 6 October 2024 (UTC) 3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3.25. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister (talk) 09:36, 29 March 2016 (UTC)"

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 22:07, 6 October 2025 (UTC) -->"

"3 Kalki 23:31, 6 October 2005 (UTC) When good quotes by someone have been found, I generally prefer to to use them on birth dates rather than death dates, though Poe's death date seems one good case for an exception. Though I have some desire to see this used, as it does refer to the act of quotation, there are many other passages of Poe I would prefer, including "Is all that we see or seem but a dream within a dream?" - even though this is very similar to another line from the same poem that has already been used."

"1 Zarbon 04:05, 25 April 2008 (UTC)"

"4 This quote will only appeal to those who have read the poem though. It made me happy! N6n 15:55, 21 September 2010 (UTC)"

"4 ~ MosheZadka (Talk) 23:09, 5 October 2005 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 11:49, 6 October 2007 (UTC) 2 Kalki 23:31, 6 October 2005 (UTC) I think this could be used in some context in the future, but don't feel an urgency to use it at this time... I'm sure it will be back..."

"1 InvisibleSun 23:20, 6 October 2008 (UTC)"

"2 (I like it.) DanielTom (talk) 03:08, 16 January 2014 (UTC)"

"2 Kalki 11:49, 6 October 2007 (UTC)"

"3 Zarbon 04:04, 18 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC)"

"0 N6n 15:55, 21 September 2010 (UTC)"

"4 because fear has always been a powerful weapon. The spreading of fear allows for the highest amount of respect to be given, a respect dominated strongly by the will to survive. A very similar quotation is said by Darth Maul in Star Wars and is one of my favorites. Both in fiction and history, this ideology is powerful and enigmatic. Zarbon 04:39, 18 April 2008 (UTC)"

"1 N6n 15:55, 21 September 2010 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC) but this needs sourcing and I would prefer it to be extended for context, and I probably won't have time to seek this myself today ~ Kalki 20:44, 6 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 19:27, 2 October 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 Kalki 20:44, 6 October 2009 (UTC)"

"3 Kalki 20:44, 6 October 2009 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:03, 5 October 2013 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:03, 5 October 2013 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 14:03, 5 October 2013 (UTC) with a very strong lean toward 4."

"2 DanielTom (talk) 03:02, 16 January 2014 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 6 October 2015 (UTC)"

"3. &ndash; Illegitimate Barrister, 05:12, 8 December 2015 (UTC)"

"3 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 23:23, 6 October 2025 (UTC)"

"4 InvisibleSun 22:58, 6 November 2007 (UTC) -->"

"1 Waheedone 02:35, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Zarbon 12:49, 23 October 2008 (UTC)"

"1 Fossil 00:34, 2 November 2008 (UTC)"

"3 InvisibleSun 20:50, 6 November 2008 (UTC)"

"4 Ningauble 21:10, 6 November 2008 (UTC) Part of this is a personal favorite: "Things are set up as contraries that are not even in the same category. Listen to me: the opposite of radical is superficial, the opposite of liberal is stingy; the opposite of conservative is destructive. Thus I will describe myself as a radical conservative liberal." I also endorse the longer version, although I think its edginess detracts a little. -->"

"3 Kalki 14:04, 31 July 2008 (UTC) with a lean toward 4."

"4 ♞☤☮♌︎Kalki ⚚⚓︎⊙☳☶⚡ 21:41, 4 November 2012 (UTC) 3 Kalki 15:55, 4 November 2009 (UTC) -->"