Battle of Thermopylae B.C. 480.
Frederick William (Dean) Farrar born 1831.
Alexander M. Bell died 1905.
Although a friend may remain faithful in misfortune, yet none but
the very best and loftiest will remain faithful to us after our
errors and our sins.
--Dean Farrar.
Friendship is like a debt of honor: the moment it is talked of it
loses its real name, and assumes the more ungrateful form of
obligation. From hence we find that those who regularly undertake to
cultivate friendship find ingratitude generally repays their
endeavors.
--Oliver Goldsmith.
For even in their wickedness shall my prayer continue.
--Psalm 141. 5.
Lord God, may I ever continue to be thankful for the times thou hast
helped me, when I have asked for thy compassion; may I recall the joy
in which I received it, when it may be mine to have compassion and
extend a helping hand to others. I pray that I may place my life where
it will be stronger than adversity and controlled by sincerity and
love. Amen.