The function of muscle is to pull and not to push, except in the case of the genitals and the tongue.
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O neglectful Nature, wherefore art thou thus partial, becoming to some of thy children a tender and benignant mother, to others a most cruel and ruthless stepmother I see thy children given into slavery to others without ever receiving any benefit, and in lieu of any reward for the services they have done for them they are repaid by the severest punishments.Leonardo da Vinci
I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.
Leonardo da Vinci
Where the spirit does not work with the hand, there is no art.
Leonardo da Vinci
Art is never finished, only abandoned.
Leonardo da Vinci
Truly man is the king of beasts, for his brutality exceeds theirs. We live by the death of others We are burial places.
Leonardo da Vinci
Make your work to be in keeping with your purpose.
Leonardo da Vinci
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