Quotation Explorer - 'Sets'

The wine urges me on, the bewitching wine, which sets even a wise man to singing and to laughing gently and rouses him up to dance and brings forth words which were better unspoken. - Homer
Anytime you announce your dream; two things happen, it's either it motivates you to get it done or the feeling of accomplishment sets in and discourages you from pursuing it - Bernard Kelvin Clive
Go for the love that sets you free, not the love that destroys you from inside. - Pradeepa Pandiyan
Success is possible to anyone who sets his heart to it. Whatever we dream of can become reality if we put ourselves to work. - Bidemi Mark-Mordi
Imprisoned peace sets the war free - Munia Khan
Humor is detachment, and detachment sets you free. - Marty Rubin
It takes a strong individual to live passionately, and with having quality in their conviction, that sets the results one achieves. - Steven Cuoco
We are drawn to our television sets each April the way we are drawn to the scene of an accident. - Vincent Canby
Few of us have reached such impasses to claim ourselves to be almighty; as of yet I am not one of the few. Knowing this though sets me apart from the two sides of the many. - James Emlund
Music is powerful. It sets the mind and body and soul free in a way that I've never fully been able to understand. Maybe because it's not meant to be understood. It's simply meant to be experienced. - Jacqueline E. Smith
People are like stained glass windows, they sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when darkness sets in, their true beauty is only seen if there is a light within. - Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
Over seven billion people exist and not one has your set of fingerprints. That sets you apart from anyone who has or ever will walk the face of this earth. You bring something to the table of life that no one else can, so bring it! - DeWayne Owens
The power of the Will in a man, is favoured by the Heavens. The man who sets his Heart and Word onto something, and says "I will" no matter what obstacle is placed in his way— joins the ranks of the demi-gods. All else remain in mortality and are soon forgotten. - C. JoyBell C.
Benedict sets up a community, a family. And families, the honest among us will admit, are risky places to be if perfection is what you are expecting in life. - Joan D. Chittister
A true piece of writing sets you free. - A.D. Posey
The same bourgeois magic everywhere the mail train sets you down. - Arthur Rimbaud
The true value of man is shown when with all freedom possible, he sets himself limits. - Anonymous
Healing is that place where we step into 20 seconds of insane courage because we need to either close that door or hold it open. Regardless of the outcome, the truth is what sets you free never the fear of not knowing. - Shannon L. Alder
As the sun sets, something in me rises! Do you think it could be my soul? I feel it's a big probability! - Jasleen Kaur Gumber
I've never understood the desire for books with matched bindings. You don't go through life looking for sets of matched people, and books are just as individual. - Susan Lendroth
It isn't what you will do for your children that makes you a great mother or father. It is what you do for God that isn't self serving, which sets the stage for children to learn to care about something other than what is expected. - Shannon L. Alder
Love sets you free the moment it arrests you. - Matshona Dhliwayo
When a person sets out to learn from others and not to teach others he becomes a true writer. - Carla H. Krueger
He who is great judges himself and sets his own standards. - Spirit Rain
My sun sets to rise again. - Robert Browning
People are like stained glass windows; they sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is light within.
The past is something that can not be fixed, but sets an example to fix the present to better the future. - John Yang aka Private83
A smile is a curve that sets everything straight. - Phyllis Diller
As the sun lives on when it sets in the warmth it has given to others, you too will live on in the hearts of those whose lives you have touched. - Matshona Dhliwayo
You should find what sets you on fire, what you are passionate about, and then you should do that. No matter the risk. - Jennifer Megan Varnadore
In the flush of love's lightwe dare be braveAnd suddenly we seethat love costs all we areand will ever be.Yet it is only lovewhich sets us free. - Maya Angelou
A successful individual typically sets his next goal somewhat but not too much above his last achievement. In this way he steadily raises his level of aspiration. - Kurt Lewin
They say the sun never sets over the British Empire, but it rises every morning. The sky must get awfully crowded. - Steven Wright
Men still think women will like who they are, not realizing: it's what they can do for a woman that sets the man apart. - Solange nicole
The magic of life is its imprecision, the multiple narratives constantly unfolding before us. Every step we take, every decision we make, reshuffles the deck of our lives and sets a new trajectory of possibility in motion. - Jamie Metzl
Art makes murder into the supreme image of Beauty and in doing so sets free the vengeful God. (referring to Jean Lorrain's LE VICE ERRANT) - Jennifer Birkett
People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within. - Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Feeling guilty does not set us free. Being equipped sets us free. - Thom Hunter
Where Destiny sets its path,Fate shall follow...: - Deborah Ann
And he sets his mind to unknown arts - Ovid
May you never know hunger May you love with a full heart The light burn in your eyes May the fire be your friend And the sea rock you gently May the moon light your way Till the wind sets you free
Man is the only kind of varmint who sets his own trap, baits it, then steps on it. - John Steinbeck
If God sets your speed limit high, don't be afraid of your life-car being crashed. - Munia Khan
Atheists say that religion is like wearing shackles. Religion sets forth laws that govern how we act, and countries set forth laws that govern how we act. Yet only one is like wearing shackles. - S.G
A pumpkin lives but once a year when someone sets its soul afire and on that night it stirs up fear until its flame is snuffed.But e'en one night of eerie light is fright enough. - Richelle E. Goodrich
Fear is the glue that keeps you stuck. Faith is the solvent that sets you free. - Shannon L. Alder
Whatever you do for the purpose of impacting on others, no matter how little you think it to be or how little your audience may seem, it not only grows but it leaves a lifetime effect which sets you up on greater grounds of success more than you ever anticipated. - Chinonye J. Chidolue
A great leader never sets himself above his followers except in carrying responsibilities.
The poem has a social effect of some kind whether or not the poet wills it to have. It has a kenetic force, it sets in motion...elements in the reader that would otherwise remain stagnant. - Denise Levertov
Wonder is what sets us apart from other life forms. No other species wonders about the meaning of existence or the complexity of the universe or themselves. - Herbert W. Boyer
The atmosphere sets the tone for what is to take place in that space at that time. Your attitude impacts the atmosphere. How is your current attitude affecting the atmosphere and your desired outcome? - Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr.
The truth which sets men free is the truth which most men fear to accept. - Amit Abraham
God always gives grace to the person who knows how to humble himself before Him and who sets his hopes on Him. God only gives grace to humble people. - Pastor Adelaja Sunday
Sometimes, an apology sets free a part of you that you didn't even realize was caged...and forgiveness destroys the cage. - Sanjo Jendayi
No business can continue to shrink. That can only go on for so long before irrelevancy sets in. - Jeff Bezos
Knowledge is a deadly friend when no-one sets the rules. The fate of all mankind, I see, is in the hands of fools.
DELEGATION, n. In American politics, an article of merchandise that comes in sets. - Ambrose Bierce
Money alone sets all the world in motion. - Publilius Syrus
Life ultimately means taking the responsibility to find the right answer to its problems and to fulfill the tasks which it constantly sets for each individual. - Viktor Frankl
It is always the exception that sets the rule. - Nadina Boun
Life is not profound without its own tragedy. It humbles us. Sets the bar for our introspection. Keeps us from believing we are gods. Puts our egos in check. - Crystal Evans
Walking away from bad situations and negative people sets a healthier tone for the rest of your life. It also gives those who do not know any better the opportunity to self-correct. - Gary Hopkins
Honey, the sun rises and sets with that Bill of hers. Everything he says is Gospel. She loves her man.""Is that what loving your man is?""Has a lot to do with it."Jean Louise said, "You mean losing your own identity, don't you?""In a way, yes," said Henry. "Then I doubt if I shall ever marry. - Harper Lee
Wisdom sets bounds even to knowledge. - Friedrich Nietzsche
Color is the keyboard, the eyes are the hammers, the soul is the piano with its many chords. The artist is the hand that, by touching this or that key, sets the soul vibrating automatically. - Vasily Kandinsky
Jesus sets the boundaries of God's will. If it doesn't look like Christ, then it's outside the will of God. Jesus iS the will of God for us. - David D. Flowers
Religion, as it is generally taught all over the world, is said to be based upon faith and belief, and, in most cases, consists only of different sets of theories, and that is the reason why we find all religions quarrelling with one another. - Abhijit Naskar
Sick is a relative concept. We’re all sick. The question is, what degree of functionality do we have with respect to the rules society sets for desirable behavior? No actions are in themselves symptoms of sickness. You have to look at the context within which these actions are performed. - Jo Nesbø
Everything made by human hands looks terrible under magnification--crude, rough, and asymmetrical. But in nature every bit of life is lovely. And the more magnification we use, the more details are brought out, perfectly formed, like endless sets of boxes within boxes. - Roman Vishniac
I can't think why fancy religions should have such a ghastly effect on one's grammar. It's a kind of intellectual rot that sets in, I'm afraid. - Dorothy L. Sayers
Love sets the foundation for all human values. - Dr. Milan LaBrey
A good book is enjoyable. A great book sets off a bomb inside of you. - Ned Hepburn
The Leader who sets a vision and encourages others to to take ownership in their future will obtain the greatest reward of overall performance resulting in success.~bns~ - Bluenscottish
Gravity explains the motions of the planets, but it cannot explain who sets the planets in motion. - Isaac Newton
When limitations breaks ,multiplication sets in. Brimekonsult - brimekonsult
Benedict sets up a community, a family. And families, the honest among us will admit, are risky places to be if perfection is what y ou are expecting in life. - Joan D. Chittister
Love does not measure qualities, nor sets any standards. Love happens. - Auliq Ice
Don't reserve your best behavior for special occasions. You can't have two sets of manners, two social codes - one for those you admire and want to impress, another for those whom you consider unimportant. You must be the same to all people. - Lillian Eichler Watson
In Einstein's theory of relativity the observer is a man who sets out in quest of truth armed with a measuring-rod. In quantum theory he sets out with a sieve. - Sir Arthur Eddington
But love, like the sun that it is, sets afire and melts everything. what greed and privilege to build up over whole centuries the indignation of a pious spirit, with its natural following of oppressed souls, will cast down with a single shove. - José Martí
If you want to experience joy and happiness in life, you must free your mind. Don't become a prisoner to your thoughts. Don't allow your perceptions to be the only views you believe. Allow truth to penetrate your core as it sets you free - Amaka Imani Nkosazana
What sets humans apart from animals is that we have to walk around saying how smart we are, and animals just live their lives. - Chanctetinyea J.J. Ouellette
The best part about turning to the dark side of you, it sets you free. - Neetesh Dixit
Dream sets us on fire.Dream gives us direction.Dream betters our potential.Dream helps us prioritize.Dream adds value to our work andlife.Dream colors our future. - Ifeanyi Enoch Onuoha
Before he sets out, the traveler must possess fixed interests and facilities to be served by travel. - George Santayana
There are often two sets of goals in life: those that we establish, and those that really matter. - Craig D. Lounsbrough
At points of clarity, I realize that my life on earth is meaningless, and that I am merely a pawn in a bigger game. A game I cannot possible understand or have control of. Thankfully, before depression sets in, I drift back into my cloudy, bewildered daily routine.
Time spent praying and planning gives you a master plan that works for your home and sets a pattern of order for your life. - Elizabeth George
In dark times have faith like the sun, for even when it sets it doesn’t lose hope, knowing it will rise again. - Matshona Dhliwayo
I have nothing but contempt for the kind of governor who is afraid, for whatever reason, to follow the course that he knows is best for the State; and as for the man who sets private friendship above the public welfare - I have no use for him either. - Sophocles
No one knows very much about the life of another. This ignorance becomes vivid, if you love another. Love sets the imagination on fire, and, also, eventually, chars the imagination into a harder element: imagination cannot match love, cannot plunge so deep, or range so wide. - James Baldwin
Carpe Diem - Seize the Moment. Every moment must be seized. Every little moment sets you up for the big moments. If you don't seize the small ones you won't be ready for the big ones. - Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr.
I would rather belong to a poor nation that was free than to a rich nation that had ceased to be in love with liberty. But we shall not be poor if we love liberty, because the nation that loves liberty truly sets every man free to do his best and be his best. - Woodrow Wilson
Someone can tell you all your life that you’re inferior, but it doesn’t matter until you accept it and allow for validation. Once validation takes place, it’s then that the colonial malaise sets in like smallpox. - M.B. Dallocchio
For a cheerful mind, sun never sets; for a cheerless mind, sun never rises! - Mehmet Murat ildan
Noble be man, Helpful and good! For that alone Sets him apart From every other creature On earth.
Guilt is a lazy feeling that takes no action; the wings of integrity are the only thing that sets it free. - Shannon L. Alder
People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beuty is revealed only if there is a light from within.
So Jesus confronts us with himself, sets before us a radical choice between obedience and disobedience, and calls us to an unconditional commitment of mind, will and life to his teaching. - John R.W. Stott
You never know when one seemingly unrelated event may become the catalyst that sets off a chain of synchronistic events. Though you may not know for sure when something important will happen, you can always be ready to take action. - Andrea Goeglein
Once you face the truth, the knowledge both empowers you and sets you free. - Jay Woodman
The Sun never sets. It is we who rise think to shine. - Earle Birney
A man without a good heart is like a roaring fire in a dry field.he damages wherever he sets foot and moves on. - Jackson Taviri
There are some young almond tress, which ordinarily look as if drawn by a childish hand. Now, as the wind sets their weak branches gibbering, they seem like shamanistic scratches on the white bone of the brittle bright night. - John Collier
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