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India has a long history with devotional, even obsessive love, be it for a personal god or for your lover.

Quotes by Elizabeth Flock

We found nothing grand in the history of the Jews nor in the morals inculcated in the Pentateuch. I know of no other books that so fully teach the subjection and degradation of woman.

Quotes by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

The prolonged slavery of women is the darkest page in human history.

Quotes by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

The history of the past is but one long struggle upward to equality.

Quotes by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

We are the only class in history that has been left to fight its battles alone, unaided by the ruling powers. White labor and the freed black men had their champions, but where are ours?

Quotes by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

The top climbers in the world had attempted this climb and couldn't do it. That history is what makes Meru special.

Quotes by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi

I am running to make history, to show that no human is limited. It’s not about money, it’s about showing a generation of people that there are no limits.

Quotes by Eliud Kipchoge

The great thing about Pete and Peggy's storyline is that you barely have to do anything. There's so much there, so much history, that you can have them exchange a look and it's so loaded. So you honestly don't have...

Quotes by Elisabeth Moss

The countless number of influential figures in American history who are of Caribbean heritage indicates the need to set aside a designated time to celebrate their contribution to our country.

Quotes by Eliot Engel

It is my hope that as we commemorate Black History Month in the future, we will continue to celebrate the many achievements and rich culture of African-Americans.

Quotes by Eliot Engel

A year is an eternity in politics - though less than a moment in history.

Quotes by Eliot Spitzer

In Jewish history there are no coincidences.

Quotes by Elie Wiesel

In Russia, they have Rusalkis, and they have Selkies in Scotland, and in Fiji, you have a special mention of it. The first earliest mermaid mentioned in history books was Atargartis in Assyria, a thousand B.C... In Africa, you have...

Quotes by Eline Powell

If you look at the history of how information flows, there was a time that newspapers were kind of in the place that Google and Facebook are now - how do we get more people to buy a copy? Then...

Quotes by Eli Pariser

I have always believed that every great city in history needs a vibrant center.

Quotes by Eli Broad

We often forget that Iran has a long tradition and history with the United States. Iranians have been coming to the United States as students for decades. American businessmen were in Iran developing the oil fields. ...There was an American...

Quotes by Elaine Sciolino

Ethical fashion is the future of fashion. Gucci's decision to ban fur is a smart step in the right direction - for the environment, for animal rights, and for its massive base of young brand fans who will soon represent...

Quotes by Elaine Welteroth

I am thankful the most important key in history was invented. It's not the key to your house, your car, your boat, your safety deposit box, your bike lock or your private community. It's the key to order, sanity, and...

Quotes by Elayne Boosler

History could pass for a scarlet text, its jot and title graven red in human blood.

Quotes by Eldridge Cleaver

At the unveiling at the White House of the presidential portrait, President Bush pointed out that Hillary Clinton was the first sitting Senator in history to have her portrait hanging in the White House.

Quotes by Eleanor Clift

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of "History" quotes are on this page?
A varied set - early scientific curiosity encouraged by visits to a museum of natural history, a personal history steeped in church and religious family members, a reflection on black television history, and a contrast between comfortably critiquing from the sidelines and the people who actually make a difference.
Is there a quote about family and religious history?
Yes, one quote describes an extended family full of preachers, evangelists, and former priests, giving the speaker "quite a bit of history with Church, religion and spirituality." For more on lasting family ties, see the Love page.
Is there a quote about television history?
Yes, one quote uses 'The Cosby Show' as a personal benchmark when thinking about black television and history. For more reflections on culture and everyday life, see the Life page.
Is there a quote about scientific curiosity?
Yes, one quote recalls being interested in science from early on, with a father who would take the speaker to the museum of natural history, giving them a head start on scientific knowledge. Browse the Long page for more on things that shape us over time.
Is there a quote about making a difference versus criticizing from the sidelines?
Yes, one quote draws a contrast between the comfort of sitting on the sidelines and critiquing "the builders from afar," and the people who actually go out and make a difference. For more on ambition and legacy, check out the Great page.

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