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"The best is he who calls men to the best. And those who heed the call are also blessed. But worthless who call not, heed not, but rest."

Hesiod, Greek Poet

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"The best is he who calls men to the best. And those who heed the call are also blessed. But worthless who call not, heed not, but rest."

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