The followers of a great man ...

The followers of a great man often put their eyes out, so that they may be the better able to sing his praise.
The followers of a great man often put their eyes out, so that they may be the better able to sing his praise.

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Rejoicing in our joy, not suffering over our suffering, makes someone a friend.
You need chaos in your soul to give birth to a dancing star.
Love is blind; friendship closes its eyes.
We love life, not because we are used to living but because we are used to loving.
The man of knowledge must be able not only to love his enemies but also to hate his friends.