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[2026] Collection of One-Line Quotes from Great Figures

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

No matter the era, there are always quotes that lighten our hearts or give us a push forward.

In particular, the words of those often called great figures—people who left remarkable achievements in various forms—can be immensely helpful when we’re lost in life or facing decisive moments, even if their quotes don’t apply to our lives exactly as they are.

In this article, we’ve selected such quotes from great individuals, regardless of time period or field.

You just might find a quote that stays with you for life!

Be sure to check them out.

[2026] Collection of One-Line Quotes by Great Figures (21–30)

Because we dream, life shines.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Life shines because we dream... A quote by Mozart

Because we dream, life shines.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

I think life becomes very boring if you don’t have something to aim for or a view you want to see.

When you’re working hard toward your dream, time flies and people start to shine.

If that’s the case, living a shining life might be more enjoyable.

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Common sense is the collection of prejudices acquired by age eighteen.Einstein

Famous quote: Common sense is the collection of prejudices acquired by age eighteen. (Einstein)

Common sense is the collection of prejudices acquired by age eighteen. — Einstein

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I think everyone has their own definition of common sense.

It’s often the case that what seems like common sense to you isn’t common sense to someone else.

Calling that a collection of prejudices you’ve acquired while growing up is a brilliant choice of words, I think.

Let’s cherish that collection of prejudices and live by it.

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[2026] Collection of Short Quotes by Great People (31–40)

In Chinese, the word “crisis” is composed of two characters: one represents danger, and the other represents opportunity.John F. Kennedy

When we find ourselves in difficult situations, we feel like it’s all over and want to give up.

But that very crisis is also a great opportunity to grow.

When a problem arises, it means we’ve discovered it; if we solve it, we can make a big leap forward—so perhaps we should even be glad for the crisis.

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He who runs away can fight another day.Demosthenes

He who flees can fight again. - Demosthenes -

He who runs away can fight another day. — Demosthenes

These words make me feel that running away is also a way of facing forward.

Even if you run away once, doing so can keep you from getting hurt.

By protecting yourself like that, you can fight again the next time.

Maybe it’s okay to run away once in a while.

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People of noble birth, those in power, and the wealthy are regarded as deserving of honor. But in truth, only good people deserve to be honored.Aristotle

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People of noble birth, those in power, and the wealthy are regarded as deserving of honor. But in truth, only good people deserve to be honored.Aristotle

Watch on YouTube: “People of noble birth, those in power, and the wealthy are regarded as deserving of honor. But in truth, only good people deserve to be honored. — Aristotle”

In a world where people with high status shored up by lies and bravado are deemed admirable, and values are wavering, these words of Aristotle remind us of how humans ought to be.

If possible, we should aim to be good people who do not lie, do not hurt others, and are kind.

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A life that is too easy isn’t worth living.Socrates

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A life that is too easy isn’t worth living.Socrates

We tend to take it easy, go for the simpler route, and end up choosing what’s safe or easy.

But I think it’s also important to have contrast—pushing ourselves when it’s time to push.

If everything is easy, it gets boring.

It’s like in games: enemies that are too easy to beat aren’t fun.

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It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.Confucius

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It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. — Confucius

It’s something PE teachers say from time to time.

As long as you’re making progress, even little by little, you’ll eventually see the goal.

It might be better than rushing ahead and then coming to a standstill.

Even in the story of the Tortoise and the Hare, it shows how important it is to keep moving forward, even slowly.

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