Current Opposition Brightness

Famous quotes containing the words current, opposition and/or brightness:

    “You are the current of the frozen stream,
    Shadow invisible, ambushed and vigilant flame.”
    —Allen Tate (1899–1979)

    “Commitment, by its nature, frees us from ourselves and, while it stands us in opposition to some, it joins us with others similarly committed. Commitment moves us from the mirror trap of the self absorbed with the self to the freedom of a community of shared values.”
    —Michael Lewis (late 20th century)

    “on thy brow
    Shall sit a nobler grace than now.
    Deep in the brightness of the skies
    The thronging years in glory rise.
    And, as they fleet,
    Drop strength and riches at thy feet.”
    —William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878)