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Classical antiquity3 quotes
Well begun is half done. — Aristotle · 350 BCFor it is commonly said: completed labors are pleasant. — Cicero · 45 BCTo do two things at once is to do neither. — Publilius Syrus · 43 BCAge of Exploration1 quote
There must be a beginning of any great matter, but the continuing unto the end until it be thoroughly finished yields the true glory. — Francis Drake · 1587Old Testament Era1 quote
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul. — Proverbs 13:19 · 686 BC