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Being mortal, never pray for an untroubled life. Rather, ask the God to give you an enduring heart.

Menander

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Menander
Comedy Writer
Dramatist
Ancient Athens
Menander of Athens
Praying
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Untroubled
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Enduring
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Mortals
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