The important work of moving the world forward does not wait to be done by perfect men.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Great changes cannot take place in the minds of generations of men without a corresponding change in their external symbols. There must be a harmony between the inner and the outward condition of human beings, and the progress of the one must keep pace with the progress of the other.
If a man should happen to reach perfection in this world, he would have to die immediately to enjoy himself.
I never expect to see a perfect work from an imperfect man.
Many things are unknown to the wisest, and the best men can never wholly divest themselves of passions and affections... nothing can or ought to be permanent but that which is perfect.
Yes, the world is short of perfect.
Because we're human beings, we're not always going to be perfect.
In this fallen world, I suspect we will never achieve perfection. But that won't stop me trying.
Man is never perfect nor contented.
Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.
About all that is needed to put the world on its feet are the right qualities of mind and heart on the part of all men.