There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. —Ernest Hemingway
“There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.”

Ernest Hemingway novelist, Nobel Prize winner

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WYNNE from PUNTA GORDA JUNE 2, 2022
YES
James Stiely from Costa Rica JANUARY 7, 2022
This is my favorite quote and one I try to model my life by. It gives me perspective and balance between my ego and humility. Bottom line is Nobility is not a matter of blood or title it is thoughts and action within our selves.
Diane F. from Westmoreland, Virginia JULY 12, 2020
Just seen this quote and love love love it!

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