Plant quotes
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"He who knows not how to plant his will in things at least endows them with some meaning: that is to say, he believes that a will is already present in them (A principle of faith.)"
"The very plants turn with a joyful transport to the light."
"Young ladies should take care of themselves. Young ladies are delicate plants. They should take care of their health and their complexion. My dear, did you change your stockings?"
"If plants could be credited with reasoning powers, we would marvel at the imaginative ways they bribe or ensnare other creatures to carry out their wishes."
"If it is the greatest truth that you seek, the plants can direct you."
"When consumers purchase more goods, plants use more of their capacity, men are hired instead of laid off, investment increases, and profits are high. Corporate tax rates must also be cut to increase incentives and the availability of investment capital."
"There is no traitor like him whose domestic treason plants the poniard within the breast that trusted to his truth"
"Plants are as responsive to thought as children."
