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Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use.
Gamaliel Bailey
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"Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use."
— Gamaliel Bailey

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Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use. — Gamaliel Bailey

About Gamaliel Bailey

Gamaliel Bailey was a Journalist from United States (1807–1859).

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This quote is attributed to Gamaliel Bailey, a Journalist from United States.
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Gamaliel Bailey lived from 1807 – 1859.