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Geoffrey Chaucer Quotes

Biography: Geoffrey Chaucer is known for writing "The Canterbury Tales." Born in ... more Biography: Geoffrey Chaucer is known for writing "The Canterbury Tales." Born in London around 1343, he was a poet, author, and diplomat. Chaucer's work significantly influenced English literature, blending humor, critique, and vivid storytelling. His diverse career included roles in the royal court and military service. less
"Great cheere our Host made us every one"
Tags: Community, Generosity, Togetherness, Celebration, Historical
"Who all things can endure does the greatest deed of all"
Tags: Resilience, Perseverance, Achievement, Strength, Inner strength
"So long as I please you and you please me"
Tags: Love, Relationships, Connection, Romance, Harmony
"No man is worth anything unless he can carry his life with grace "
Tags: Wisdom, Inner strength, Self-worth, Life philosophy, Character
"We fail far more often from timidity than from over-daring "
Tags: Personal growth, Courage, Confidence, Fear, Failure
"When the sun is high, who cares for the stars?"
Tags: Philosophy, Perspective, Nature, Existentialism, Contemplation
"The lyf so short, the art so long to lerne"
Tags: Philosophy, Wisdom, Life, Learning, Experience
"It is nought good a sleping hound to wake"
Tags: Wisdom, Metaphor, Caution, Proverb, Risk management
"He who covets is a poor man because he wants so many things "
Tags: Mindset, Contentment, Wealth, Simplicity, Desire
"Great is the force of a mighty make"
Tags: Resilience, Determination, Strength, Influence, Power
"And thus does everyone find that which he fears"
Tags: Personal growth, Philosophy, Self-discovery, Human nature, Reflection
"Who will not be ruled by the rudder must be ruled by the rock"
Tags: Leadership, Decision-making, Guidance, Consequences, Control
"What is better than to sit at ease and listen to the best that the poets sing?"
Tags: Inspiration, Creativity, Literature, Art, Poetry
"We little know the thing that we fear"
Tags: Self-awareness, Perception, Human nature, Psychology, Fear
"For out of the old fields comes all this new corn"
Tags: Wisdom, Growth, Nature, Sustainability, Renewal
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