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01Undated

I was a great dreamer of day dreams.

Abraham Cahan / quote

02Undated

Only the other world has substance and reality only good deeds and holy learning have tangible worth.

Abraham Cahan / quote

03Undated

Above all, you must fight conceit, envy, and every kind of ill-feeling in your heart.

Abraham Cahan / quote

04Undated

The dearest days in one's life are those that seem very far and very near at once.

Abraham Cahan / quote

05Undated

Life is much shorter than I imagined it to be.

Abraham Cahan / quote

06Undated

Remember that it is not enough to abstain from lying by word of mouth; for the worst lies are often conveyed by a false look, smile, or act.

Abraham Cahan / quote

07Undated

Be modest, humble, simple. Control your anger.

Abraham Cahan / quote