Alfred the Great

King

Alfred the Great was a 9th-century king known for uniting England and his innovative approaches to governance and military strategy.

Born
January 1, 0849
Died
January 1, 0899
Quotes
26
Rank
#1016

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"All things have rest: why should we toil alone, We only toil, who are the first of things."

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"When the Sun Clearest shineth Serenest in the heaven, Quickly are obscured All over the earth Other stars."

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"...For the unquiet heart and brain, A use in measured language lies."

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"A life that moves to gracious ends Thro' troops of unrecording friends, A deedful life, a silent voice."

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"The Christmas bells from hill to hill Answer each other in the mist."

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