He who climbs highest falls deepest.
Divine Comedy
Attributed, a proverb often associated with themes in the Divine Comedy, but not a direct quote.
c. 1308-1321
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"From a little spark may burst a mighty flame."
Humorous"There is no greater sorrow than to recall happiness in times of misery."
Strange & Unusual"The love of God, unutterable and perfect, flows into a pure soul the way light rushes into a transparent object."
Strange & Unusual"O human race, born to fly upward, wherefore at a little wind dost thou so fall?"
Strange & Unusual"He who fears to suffer, suffers from fear."
Humorous