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But shall we wear these glories for a day, Or shall they last, and we rejoice in them?
Said by
Adlai Stevenson
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gutenberg.orgAdlai Stevenson: “But shall we wear these glories for a day, Or shall they last, and we rejoice in them?”
Editor's note · Context
This quote reflects on the nature of glory and its permanence, inviting contemplation on whether achievements are fleeting or lasting.
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