Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use. (Gamaliel Bailey)

Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use.

Gamaliel Bailey

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