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Top 60 Sacrifice Quotes

Below you’ll find our top 60 quotes about sacrifice, separated into 3 sections: Sacrifice in Life, Sacrifice in Relationships, and Quotes about Sacrifice from the Bible.

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Quotes about Sacrifice in Life

“There can be no progress, no achievement, without sacrifice, and a man’s worldly success will be in the measure that he sacrifices.”

― James Allen

“The important thing is this: to be ready at any moment to sacrifice what you are for what you could become.”

― Charles Dickens

“Sacrifice: If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.”

― Anonymous

“There is no success without sacrifice.”

― Tonic Motihala

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”

“Nothing great was ever accomplished without making sacrifices.”

“One-half of knowing what you want is knowing what you must give up before you get it.”

― Sidney Howard

“Sacrifice is a part of life. It’s supposed to be. It’s not something to regret. It’s something to aspire to.”

― Mitch Albom, The Five People You Meet in Heaven

“Without pain, without sacrifice, we would have nothing.”

― Fight Club

“He who would accomplish little must sacrifice little; he who would achieve much must sacrifice much; he who would attain highly must sacrifice greatly.”

―  James Allen

“Let the rest do whatever, while you do whatever it takes.”

― Grant Cardone

“Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow.”

― A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

“You can’t sleep. Broke people sleep. You got to be willing to sacrifice sleep, if you sleep you may miss the opportunity to be successful.”

― Eric Thomas

“Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.”

― Napoleon Hill

“Gentleness, self-sacrifice, and generosity are the exclusive possession of no one race or religion.”

― Mahatma Gandhi

“In some way, suffering ceases to be suffering at the moment it finds meaning, such as the meaning of sacrifice.”

― Victor Frankl

“Don’t sacrifice who you could be for who you are.”

― Jordan B. Peterson

“Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.”

― Donovan Bailey

“Let us sacrifice one day in order to gain our whole lives, perhaps.”

― Victor Hugo, Les Miserables

“Great achievement always requires great sacrifice.”

― Robin Shamra

“It’s what you let go of that determines how high you fly.”

“Peace demands the most heroic labor and the most difficult sacrifice.”

― Thomas Merton

“You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.”

― Lionel Messi

Quotes about Sacrifice in Relationships

“Love without sacrifice is like theft.”

― Nassim Nicholas Taleb

“Love doesn’t please itself by seeking revenge. Love sacrifices itself for the good of others.”

― Kerrelyn Sparks

“Love sacrifices all things to bless the thing it loves.”

― Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton

“Sacrifices we make for others and that others make for us, result in blessings for all.”

― Taylor G. Godoy

“When you make the sacrifice in marriage, you’re sacrificing not to each other but to unity in a relationship.”

― Joseph Campbell

“True love is selfless. It is prepared to sacrifice.”

― Sadhu Vaswani

“Men who fear to make the sacrifice of love will have to fight.”

― Toyohiko Kagawa

“Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else.”

“You can never cross the ocean unless you lose sight of the shore”

“Think now and then that there is a man who would give his life, to keep a life you love beside you.”

“The Sun loved the moon so much, it died every night to let her breathe.”

“I would rather be alone with dignity than in a relationship that requires me to sacrifice my self-respect.”

― Mandy Hale

“Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice.”

― Michael Novak

“You don’t have to do everything for someone; just do enough to make them feel you are their everything.”

― Ridge Kimani

“Sacrifice does not mean the rejection of the worthless, but of the precious”

― Ayn Rand, Atlas Shrugged

“If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.”

Quotes about Sacrifice in the Bible

The bible has many great quotes concerning sacrifice. Here are a few of the best we found.

“When Jesus heard this, He said to him, “One thing you still lack; sell all that you possess and distribute it to the poor, and you shall have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.”

― Luke 18:22

“Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops.”

― Proverbs 3:9

“For you showed sympathy to the prisoners and accepted joyfully the seizure of your property, knowing that you have for yourselves a better possession and a lasting one.”

― Hebrews 10:34

“Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.”

― Mark 14:36

“But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”

― Matthew 9:13

“For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.”

― Luke 9:24

“Jesus said to him, “If you wish to be complete, go and sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.”

― Matthew 19:21

“He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?”

― Romans 8:32

“And all those who had believed were together and had all things in common; and they began selling their property and possessions and were sharing them with all, as anyone might have need.”

― Acts 2:44-45

“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased”

― Hebrews 13:16

“Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. “He who loves his life loses it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it to life eternal.

― John 12:24-25

“And He was saying to them all, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me. “For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake, he is the one who will save it.”

― Luke 9:23-24

“So Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him.”

― Hebrews 9:28

“So then, none of you can be My disciple who does not give up all his own possessions.

― Luke 14:33

“But Samuel replied: ‘Does the Lord delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the Lord? To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams”

― 1 Samuel 15:22

“Peter said, “Behold, we have left our own homes and followed You.” And He said to them, “Truly I say to you, there is no one who has left house or wife or brothers or parents or children, for the sake of the kingdom of God, who will not receive many times as much at this time and in the age to come, eternal life.”

― Luke 18:28-30

“Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, although He existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant, and being made in the likeness of men.”

― Philippians 2:5-8

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

― Mark 10:45

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100 Inspirational Sacrifice Quotes for Life, Love and Success

October 20, 2023 By Martha Weston Leave a Comment

Sacrifice is part of life. We all have to give up something to gain something else. Whether it’s sacrificing time, comfort, money, or even relationships, the act of sacrificing can be difficult, but it’s sometimes necessary in our daily lives. Sacrifice is not just limited to one area of life, but it’s something that can be applied to different aspects of our lives, including love and success. To appreciate the importance of sacrifice and how it can positively impact our lives, we’ve compiled a list of 100 sacrifice quotes that offer different perspectives on the act of giving up something for something greater.

Best Sacrifice Quotes 

1. “only those who have learned the power of sincere and selfless contribution experience life’s deepest joy: true fulfillment.” —tony robbins, american author.

2. “I cannot do all the good that the world needs. But the world needs all the good that I can do.” —Jana Stanfield, singer.

3. “People sacrifice the present for the future. But life is available only in the present. That is why we should walk in such a way that every step can bring us to the here and the now.” —Thich Nhat Hanh, Vietnamese monastic and peace activist

4. “The greatest of follies is to sacrifice health for any other kind of happiness.” —Arthur Schopenhauer, German philosopher

5. “Love doesn’t please itself by seeking revenge. Love sacrifices itself for the good of others.” —Kerrelyn Sparks, writer

6. “Do some selfless service for people who are in need. Consider the whole picture, not just our little selves.” —Nina Hagen

7. Sacrifice Quotes: “Don’t consider your sacrifices as real ones if you brag about them all the time.” Unknown

8. “The prime quality of true love is it doesn’t seek revenge. Love sacrifices itself for the betterment of others.” Unknown

9. “If people understand what they are missing by not giving, they would make innumerable sacrifices in no time.” Unknown

10. “You can sacrifice and not love. But you cannot love and not sacrifice.” —Kris Vallotton, pastor

11. “It is the best thing, believing there are people like you who put their welfare lastly too.” Unknown

12. “There is nothing that love cannot achieve, and there is nothing that love cannot sacrifice.” —Meher Baba, Indian spiritual master

13. “The best type of sacrifice is that which does not ask for anything, someone willing to sacrifice all that he is and all that he has without any questions asked.” Unknown

14. “There is no moral authority like that of sacrifice.” —Nadine Gordimer, South African writer 

15. “Sometimes, you have to let go of things to ensure they don’t become the obstruction in your path. Sometimes, making sacrifices is immensely valuable.”

16. “Never do a wrong thing to make a friend or keep one; the man who requires you to do so is dearly purchased at a sacrifice.” —Robert E. Lee

17. “It is essential to be able to sacrifice yourself and know when to make it.”

18. “A noble purpose inspires sacrifice, stimulates innovation and encourages perseverance.” —Gary Hamel, writer

19. “Love sacrifices all things to bless the thing it loves.” —Edward Bulwer-Lytton, English writer and politician

20. “Life is only a long and bitter suicide, and faith alone can transform this suicide into a sacrifice.” —Franz Liszt

21. “Teamwork requires some sacrifice up front; people who work as a team have to put the collective needs of the group ahead of their individual interests.” —Patrick Lencioni

22. “A sage or real intellectual finds more happiness in giving or sacrificing rather than taking things from the society.”

23. “A person shouldn’t make sacrifices that are bound to bring misery in the lives of others. Real sacrifices induce light in everyone’s life and make the world a better place.”

24. “Sacrifice: If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.”

25. “One-half of knowing what you want is knowing what you must give up before you get it.” —Sidney Howard

26. “Sacrifice is a part of life. It’s supposed to be. It’s not something to regret. It’s something to aspire to.” —Mitch Albom

27. “Let the rest do whatever, while you do whatever it takes.” —Grant Cardone

28. “Peace demands the most heroic labor and the most difficult sacrifice.” —Thomas Merton

29. “There is no true success without sacrifice.”

30. “In some way, suffering ceases to be suffering at the moment it finds meaning, such as the meaning of sacrifice.” — Victor Frankl

31. “A gentleman is one who puts more into the world than he takes out.” —George Bernard Shaw

32. “Gentleness, self-sacrifice, and generosity are the exclusive possession of no one race or religion.” ―Mahatma Gandhi

33. “Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.” ―Donovan Bailey

34. “Let us sacrifice one day in order to gain our whole lives, perhaps.” ―Victor Hugo

35. “It’s what you let go of that determines how high you fly.”

Sacrifice quotes about Love

36. “love without sacrifice is like theft.” ―nassim nicholas taleb.

37. “Sacrifices we make for others and that others make for us, result in blessings for all.” ―Taylor G. Godoy

38. “When you make the sacrifice in marriage, you’re sacrificing not to each other but to unity in a relationship.” ―Joseph Campbell

39. “Men who fear to make the sacrifice of love will have to fight.” —Toyohiko Kagawa

40. “You can never cross the ocean unless you lose sight of the shore.”

41. “The sun loved the moon so much, it died every night to let her breathe.”

42. “Power means happiness; power means hard work and sacrifice.” —Beyonce Knowles

43. “Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice.” ―Michael Novak

44. “I would rather be alone with dignity than in a relationship that requires me to sacrifice my self-respect.” ―Mandy Hale

45. “You don’t have to do everything for someone; just do enough to make them feel you are their everything.” ―Ridge Kimani

46. “Sacrifice does not mean the rejection of the worthless, but of the precious.” ― Ayn Rand

47. “If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.” ―Jim Rohn

48. “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” —Steve Prefontaine

49. “I’m willing to walk in darkness if it keeps humans in the light.” —Victoria Schwab

50. “We don’t have to sacrifice a strong economy for a healthy environment.” —Dennis Weaver

Sacrifice Quotes about Life

51. “you can’t achieve anything in life without a small amount of sacrifice.” —shakira.

52. “When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.” —Edmund Burke

53. “One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying.” —Joan of Arc

54. “A team will always appreciate a great individual if he’s willing to sacrifice for the group.” —Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

55. “What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.” —Albert Pike

56. “Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough. You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it.” —James M. Barrie

57. “Brotherhood means laying down your life for somebody, really willing to sacrifice yourself for somebody else.” —Tim Hetherington

58. “The idea of redemption is always good news, even if it means sacrifice or some difficult times.” —Patti Smith

59. “There is no decision that we can make that doesn’t come with some sort of balance or sacrifice.” —Simon Sinek

60. “Sweat plus sacrifice equals success.” —Charlie Finley

61. “The speed of your success is limited only by your dedication and what you’re willing to sacrifice.”

62. “Great leaders are willing to sacrifice the numbers to save the people. Poor leaders sacrifice the people to save the numbers.” —Simon Sinek

63. “The most sublime act is to set another before you.” —William Blake

64. “Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.” —Dalai Lama

65. “Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.” —Jonathan Swift

66. “There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.” —John Holmes

67. “Real education should educate us out of self into something far finer; into a selflessness which links us with all humanity.” —Nancy Astor

68. “Selfless action is a source of strength.” —Mahatma Gandhi

69. “Desire is the root of selfishness; clear your heart of desire and be selfless. Selflessness is the key to inner peace.” —Christofer Drew

70. “Every unselfish act of love whispers God’s name.” —Bob Goff

71. “Selfless giving does not imply superiority. Selfless giving is about love.” —Frederick Lenz

72. “The fragrance always stays in the hand that gives the rose.” —Hada Bejar

73. “Love seeks one thing only: the good of the one loved.” —Thomas Merton

74. “Nothing liberates our greatness like the desire to help, the desire to serve.” —Marianne Williamson

75. “By becoming the answer to someone’s prayer, we often find the answers to our own.” —Dieter F. Uchtdorf

76. “A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.” —James Keller

77. “It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.” —Dalai Lama

Making sacrifices can be tough, but it requires strength and resilience. If you’re looking for sayings to help you stay strong, check out our collection of short inspirational quotes about strength .

78. “No one has ever become poor by giving.” —Anne Frank

79. “There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others.” —Mandy Hale

80. “Behold I do not give lectures or a little charity. When I give I give myself.” —Walt Whitman

81. “No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.” —Charles Dickens

82. “Day after day, ordinary people become heroes through extraordinary and selfless actions.” —Sylvia Mathews Burwell

83. “Witnessing a selfless act brings tears to remind us how we should be treating others.” —Bryant McGill

84. “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'” — Martin Luther King Jr.

85. “The greatest achievement is selflessness” — Martin Luther King Jr.

86. “Life is an exciting business, and most exciting when it is lived for others.” —Helen Keller

87. “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” —Robert Louis Stevenson

88. “I guess that’s just part of loving people: You have to give things up. Sometimes you even have to give them up.” – Lauren Oliver 

89. “Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else.” —Mitch Albom 

This is one of the most wonderful sacrifice quotes taken from the book “The Five People You Meet in Heaven” by Mitch Albom. In this book, the author narrates the story of Eddie, who sacrificed his life to save a little girl. Eddie worked in the carnival and met five people in heaven. One of them was his captain in the Vietnam army. It was the first time that Eddie knew that the captain died to save his life.

The captain explains to Eddie the importance of both of their sacrifices. He further clarifies that sacrifice is considered a part of life. Whether you’ve made big sacrifices or small sacrifices, this is not something that you should feel bitter about. Eddie asked the captain if he had any regrets about losing his life. The Captain replied, “That’s the thing. Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else.”

90. “True love is selfless. It is prepared to sacrifice.” —Sadhu Vaswani 

Sacrifice quotes for Success

91. “you have to fight to reach your dream. you have to sacrifice and work hard for it.” —lionel messi.

92. “Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.” —Napoleon Hill

93. “I think that the good and the great are only separated by the willingness to sacrifice.” —Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

94. “It’s not hard to decide what you want your life to be about. What’s hard, she said, is figuring out what you’re willing to give up in order to do the things you really care about.” – Shauna Niequist 

95. “The important thing is this: to be ready at any moment to sacrifice what you are for what you could become.” –  Charles Dickens 

96. “He who would accomplish little must sacrifice little; he who would achieve much must sacrifice much; he who would attain highly must sacrifice greatly.” - James Allen

97. “Sometimes in life, you do things you don’t want to. Sometimes you sacrifice, sometimes you compromise. Sometimes you let go and sometimes you fight. It’s all about deciding what’s worth losing and what’s worth keeping.” – Lindy Zart 

98. “There can be no progress, no achievement, without sacrifice, and a man’s worldly success will be in the measure that he sacrifices.” -James Allen 

99. “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” – Pele 

100. “Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow.” – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam 

Which of these sacrifice quotes liked you the most?

Sacrifice quotes are all about giving up something for the sake of helping other people. Are you willing to make a sacrifice? If so, then what sacrifices are you willing to take? Please share it with us in the comments, we’d love to hear it.

We hope that our collection of 100 inspiring quotes and images has provided you with the perspective you need to make sacrifices and achieve your goals.

If you enjoyed reading this article on sacrifice quotes, then please share it with others to inspire them to make some sacrifices for the sake of other people. You could also check out our collection of self-love quotes , that will remind you of the importance of taking care of yourself and sometimes making sacrifices for your well-being.

Positive thinking can be a powerful tool in helping us make sacrifices to achieve our goals. If you’re looking for inspiration to see the bright side of things and keep you motivated, check out our collection of positive thoughts .

Martha lives in the Bay Area and is a dedicated reader of romance novels. She runs a yoga studio and taught yoga for many years. She always says that yoga fuels her writing. She’s also a vegetarian and advocate for living a healthy life. Martha has been writing for us for a while now, giving readers a glimpse into her lifestyle and work.

Adri is a content writer, mental wellness advocate. When not writing for www.goodmorningquote.com, she is sharing inspirational content in social media, reading or exercising

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Top 71 Sacrifice Quotes for Success, Love, Life, and Relationships

In the pursuit of success , love, life, and relationships, sacrifice is a key ingredient that separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. It takes courage, strength, and a relentless spirit to give up something we hold dear in order to achieve our goals. Sacrifice is not a sign of weakness, but a powerful act of selflessness that can lead to greatness.

These top 71 sacrifice quotes remind us that sometimes we need to give up something to gain something better and that the rewards of sacrifice can be truly remarkable. Whether it’s sacrificing our time, comfort, or resources, these quotes will inspire us to make the necessary sacrifices and stay committed to our vision.

So, let us heed the words of these great minds and be inspired to make the necessary sacrifices in our journey toward success, love, life, and relationships.

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Sacrifice quotes for success, love, life, and relationships.

1. “Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.” –Napoleon Hill

2. “You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.” –Lionel Messi

3. “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” –Steve Prefontaine

4. “I’m willing to walk in darkness if it keeps humans in the light.” –Victoria Schwab

5. “True love is selfless. It is prepared to sacrifice.” – Sadhu Vaswani

6. “Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow.” –A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

7. “We don’t have to sacrifice a strong economy for a healthy environment.” –Dennis Weaver

8. “You can’t achieve anything in life without a small amount of sacrifice.” –Shakira

9. “Power means happiness ; power means hard work and sacrifice.” –Beyonce Knowles

10. “There is no moral authority like that of sacrifice.” –Nadine Gordimer

11. “Success is no accident. It is hard work , perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” –Pele

12. “The important thing is this: to be able, at any moment, to sacrifice what we are for what we could become.” – Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

13. “Life is a song – sing it. Life is a game – play it. Life is a challenge – meet it. Life is a dream – realize it. Life is a sacrifice – offer it. Life is love – enjoy it.” – Sai Baba

14. “Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.” – Donovan Bailey

15. “Sacrifice: If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.” – Unknown

16. “Teamwork requires some sacrifice upfront; people who work as a team have to put the collective needs of the group ahead of their individual interests.” – Patrick Lencioni

17. “When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.” – Edmund Burke

18. “Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers, and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love.” – Thérèse of Lisieux

19. “One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying.” – Joan of Arc

20. “A team will always appreciate a great individual if he’s willing to sacrifice for the group.” – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

21. “What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.” – Albert Pike

22. “The journey has definitely not been easy, but all the sacrifice has paid off very well in terms of my performance on-court.” – Rohan Bopanna

23. “The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” – Jeff Miller

24. “Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough, You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it.” – James M. Barrie

25. “The entrepreneurial life is one of challenge, work, dedication, perseverance, exhilaration, agony, accomplishment, failure, sacrifice, control, powerlessness… but ultimately, extraordinary satisfaction.” – David S. Rose

26. “Brotherhood means laying down your life for somebody, really willing to sacrifice yourself for somebody else.” – Tim Hetherington

27. “Great leaders are willing to sacrifice the numbers to save the people. Poor leaders sacrifice the people to save the numbers.” – Simon Sinek

Deep Motivational Sacrifice Quotes (Success)

28. “True success requires sacrifice.” –Rick Riordan

29. “Sweat plus sacrifice equals success.” –Charlie Finley

30. “There is no success without sacrifice.” –Tonic Motihala                                                                    

31. “Great success requires greater sacrifice.” –Unknown

32. “Nothing great was ever accomplished without making sacrifices.” –Unknown                                                  

33. “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” –Steve Prefontaine

34. “You can’t achieve anything in life without a small amount of sacrifice.” –Shakira

35. “I’m willing to walk in darkness if it keeps humans in the light.” –Victoria Schwab

36. “Your success is determined by what you are willing to sacrifice for it.” –Unknown

37. “You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.” – Lionel Messi

38. “Every wish, every dream, every idea comes to existence only through blood, sweat and sacrifice.” –Ivan Moody

39. “The speed of your success is limited only by your dedication and what you’re willing to sacrifice.” ―Nathan W. Morris

40. “Sacrifice: If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.” ―Unknown

41. “Success is a simple measurement of the commitment. sacrifice and pain one endures to achieve a dream.” ―The GymFather

42. “Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.” ―Donovan Bailey

43. “Entrepreneurship is living a few years of your life like most people won’t, so that you can spend the rest of your life like most people can’t.” –Unknown

44. “There can be no progress, no achievement, without sacrifice, and a man’s worldly success will be in the measure that he sacrifices.” ―James Allen

45. “You can’t sleep. Broke people sleep. You got to be willing to sacrifice sleep, if you sleep you may miss the opportunity to be successful.” ―Eric Thomas

46. “You will come to know that what appears today to be a sacrifice will prove instead to be the greatest investment that you will ever make.” —Gordon B. Hinckley

Best Sacrifice Quotes for Love

47. “Lust is about satisfaction. Love is about sacrificing, serving, surrendering, sharing, supporting, and even suffering for others. Most love songs are actually lust songs.” -Rick Warren

48. “Love is not a feeling of happiness . Love is a willingness to sacrifice.” –Michael Novak

49. “Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers, and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love.” –Thérèse of Lisieux

50. “Love doesn’t please itself by seeking revenge. Love sacrifices itself for the good of others.” ―Kerrelyn Sparks

51. “Love sacrifices all things to bless the thing it loves.” ―Edward Bulwer-Lytton

52. “Every true and deep love is a sacrifice.” –Carl Jung

53. “Love without sacrifice is like theft.” –Nassim Nicholas Taleb

54. “True love is selfless. It is prepared to sacrifice.” –Sadhu Vaswani  

55. “Sacrifices we make for others and that others make for us, result in blessings for all.” ―Taylor G. Godoy

56. “Sacrificing your happiness for the happiness of the one you love, is by far, the truest type of love.” ―Unknown

57. “There is no decision that we can make that doesn’t come with some sort of balance or sacrifice.” –Simon Sinek

58. “Think now and then that there is a man who would give his life, to keep a life you love beside you.” ―Charles Dickens

59. “True love is built on sacrifice and that sacrifice often means putting others’ needs above your own.” ―Unknown

60. “You don’t have to do everything for someone; just do enough to make them feel you are their everything.” ― Ridge Kimani

61. “I guess that’s just part of loving people: You have to give things up. Sometimes you even have to give them up.” – Lauren Oliver

62. “Life is a song – sing it. Life is a game – play it. Life is a challenge – meet it. Life is a dream – realize it. Life is a sacrifice – offer it. Life is love – enjoy it.” –Sai Baba

Inspirational Sacrifice Quotes (Love & Relationship)

63. “It is impossible to love deeply without sacrifice.” —Elisabeth Elliot

64. “Great lovers have made great sacrifices.” —Louis Auchincloss

65. “Love doesn’t please itself by seeking revenge. Love sacrifices itself for the good of others.” —Kerrelyn Sparks

66. “When you love you wish to do things for. You wish to sacrifice for. You wish to serve.” —Ernest Hemingway

67. “For it is one thing to declare one’s love for someone and quite another to accept that loving that person requires sacrificing one’s dreams.” —Nicholas Sparks

68. “You can sacrifice and not love. But you cannot love and not sacrifice.” —Kris Vallotton

69. “True love requires sacrifice.” —Francis Chan

70. “Without sacrifice, true love is incomprehensible.” ―Toba Beta

71. “There is nothing that love cannot achieve, and there is nothing that love cannot sacrifice.” —Meher Baba.

To sum up, these top 71 sacrifice quotes highlight the importance of selflessness, courage, and hard work in achieving success, love, life, and fulfilling relationships. Sacrifice is not an act of weakness, but rather a powerful tool that separates the extraordinary from the ordinary. These quotes encourage us to make the necessary sacrifices, be it in our time, comfort, or resources, and to stay committed to our vision.

They also remind us that sacrifice can be rewarding and fulfilling, leading to greatness and satisfaction. Let us take inspiration from these quotes and embrace the power of sacrifice in our pursuit of our goals and aspirations.

The Compelling Reasons Why Embracing Sacrifice in Your Life Journey is Crucial.

Sacrifice is often seen as a negative thing, but it can actually be a powerful force for personal growth and success. Here are five reasons why you need sacrifice in your life journey:

• Achieving your goals: Sacrifice is necessary to achieve your goals. Sacrificing time, money, or comfort for the sake of achieving something that is important to you is a fundamental part of success. Without sacrifice, you may not be able to reach the level of success you desire.
• Building character: Sacrifice helps to build character. It teaches you to be disciplined, determined, and committed. These qualities are essential for success in any area of life. Sacrifice also teaches you to be selfless and empathetic towards others, which can have a positive impact on your personal relationships.
• Developing resilience: Sacrifice helps to develop resilience. When you sacrifice something you value for a greater goal, you learn to cope with difficult situations and setbacks. You become more adaptable and better able to handle stress and adversity. This resilience can be applied to all areas of your life, making you more successful and happier overall.
• Creating meaningful relationships: Sacrifice can also help to create meaningful relationships. When you sacrifice for others, you show them that you care about them and value their happiness. This can lead to stronger relationships and a greater sense of connection with others. Sacrifice can also help you to build trust with others, which is essential for success in any team or partnership.
• Finding purpose and meaning: Finally, sacrifice can help you to find purpose and meaning in your life. When you sacrifice for something that is important to you, you are working towards a greater purpose. This can give your life a sense of direction and meaning that may be missing otherwise. Sacrifice can help you to discover your passions and to live a more fulfilling life.
• Overcoming fear and uncertainty: Sacrifice can help you to overcome fear and uncertainty. It can be scary to step out of your comfort zone and pursue something new or challenging, but sacrifice can give you the courage and motivation you need. When you are willing to sacrifice for something, you are showing yourself that you are capable of taking risks and facing your fears. This can build your confidence and help you to achieve things you never thought possible.
• Cultivating gratitude: Sacrifice can also help you to cultivate gratitude. When you sacrifice something you value, you become more aware of the blessings and opportunities you have in your life. You learn to appreciate what you have, rather than focusing on what you don’t have. Cultivating gratitude can lead to greater happiness and a more positive outlook on life.
• Leaving a positive legacy: Sacrifice can help you to leave a positive legacy. When you sacrifice for a greater cause, you are contributing to something bigger than yourself. Your sacrifices can make a positive impact on the world and leave a lasting legacy that will inspire others. By sacrificing for what you believe in, you can make a difference and leave a positive mark on the world.

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In conclusion, sacrifice may not always be easy or pleasant, but it is a necessary part of personal growth and success. By embracing sacrifice and making it a part of your life journey, you can achieve your goals, build character, develop resilience, create meaningful relationships, and find purpose and meaning in your life.

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Lonni Jung: And what do you sacrifice? Luthen Rael: Calm. Kindness. Kinship. Love. I've given up all chance at inner peace. I've made my mind a sunless space. I share my dreams with ghosts. I wake up every day to an equation I wrote 15 years ago from which there's only one conclusion, I'm damned for what I do. My anger, my ego, my unwillingness to yield, my eagerness to fight, they've set me on a path from which there is no escape. I yearned to be a savior against injustice without contemplating the cost and by the time I looked down there was no longer any ground beneath my feet. What is my sacrifice? I'm condemned to use the tools of my enemy to defeat them. I burn my decency for someone else's future. I burn my life to make a sunrise that I know I'll never see. And the ego that started this fight will never have a mirror or an audience or the light of gratitude. So what do I sacrifice? Everything! You'll stay with me, Lonni. I need all the heroes I can get.

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Keep reading our heartwarming sacrifice quotes and sayings from famous personalities and live a genuinely selfless, caring, and compassionate life.

A true sacrifice lies in having a big heart for oneself and the world. We can be genuinely selfless if the relationship with others is of freedom and love.

Wisdom philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti quotes, ‘ there is a relationship with another only when both of us are free.’

To be a loving beings, we need to have a healthy relationship with ourselves and our minds.

Only a healthy and sane mind can share healthy bonds with the world and help them uplift their lives.

What is the true meaning of sacrifice?

The better the clarity about who we are, the better the relationship with the other. Now relationships will have the quality of sharing in love and not using the other in loneliness and discontentment.

The only selfish human being is the one who relates with the world out of greed and fear because they feel not alright from within.

Such an individual always looks at the world for personal and mutual gratification.

A person dissatisfied from inside cannot look at the world with loving eyes but always with wanting eyes full of unmet personal desires.

Such a way of living leads to constant frictions and disappointments in a relationship.

Even the superficial sacrifices we make for our loved ones are made with the expectation of a long-term return on investment in terms of emotional security and social validation.

A beautiful book called Love and Loneliness by wisdom saint Jiddu Krishnamurti gives you great clarity on how to have really loving relationship and what true sacrifice means.

We hope you love reading our unique collection of sacrifice quotes and sayings.

Best Sacrifice Quotes and Sayings

One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying. – Joan of Arc

Don’t sacrifice yourself too much, because if you sacrifice too much there’s nothing else you can give and nobody will care for you. – Karl Lagerfeld

A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. – Joseph Campbell

To achieve some depth in your field requires a lot of sacrifices. – Mikhail Baryshnikov

You can only become great at something you are willing to sacrifice for. – Maya Angelou

Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else. – Mitch Albom

I guess that’s just part of loving people: You have to give things up. Sometimes you even have to give them up. – Lauren Oliver

She taught me all about real sacrifice. That it should be done from love. That it should be done from necessity, not without exhausting all other options. That it should be done for people who need your strength because they don’t have enough of their own. – Veronica Roth

True Love Sacrifice Quotes and Sayings

It’s not hard to decide what you want your life to be about. What’s hard, she said, is figuring out what you’re willing to give up in order to do the things you really care about. – Shauna Niequist

Nobody knows you as well as your spouse. And that means no one will be quicker to recognize a change when you deliberately start sacrificing your wants and wishes to make sure his or her needs are met. – Stephen Kendrick

The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard. – Gaylord Nelson

People who put themselves on the line and sacrifice their own safety for the greater good and for others, and anyone in any profession whose concern is the welfare for other people instead of the individual, are inspiring and important. – Chris Hemsworth

Some day you will find out that there is far more happiness in another’s happiness than in your own. – Honore de Balzac

Doing the right thing for someone else occasionally means doing something that feels wrong to you. – Jodi Picoult

Sometimes we have to step down to help somebody up, not because we failed to go up, but as a humble sacrifice to save a great soul. – Terry Mark

Sacrifice is a part of life. It’s supposed to be. It’s not something to regret. It’s something to aspire to. Little sacrifices. Big sacrifices. A mother works so her son can go to school. A daughter moves home to take care of her sick father. – Mitch Albom

Top Sacrifice Quotes for Success

As soon as sacrifice becomes a duty and necessity to mankind. I see no limit to the horizon which opens before him. – Ernest Renan

One-half of knowing what you want is knowing what you must give up before you get it. – Sidney Howard

Sacrifice still exists everywhere, and everywhere the elect of each generation suffers for the salvation of the rest. – Henri Frederic Amiel

What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal. – Albert Pine

Life becomes harder for us when we live for others, but it also becomes richer and happier. – Zahid Abas

I am thankful that in the giving we receive, and what we receive is the satisfaction of knowing that whatever we give is always bigger once we’ve given it away. – Craig D. Lounsbrough

Self sacrifice is the real miracle out of which all the reported miracles grow. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

To put others in front of ourselves is to put God in front of everything. – Craig D. Lounsbrough

Inspiring Self Sacrifice Quotes

All great things worth having require great sacrifice worth giving. – Paullina Simons

Occasionally in this life, we must give up or lose the things that we want in order to gain the things we really need. – David Kreger

They warn you that you’re gonna have to make sacrifices, but I guess that means different things to different people, like giving up something you really want now for something you’ve wanted your whole life, or spending less time on yourself, so you can spend more time with someone you love. At some point you might even have to give up your own sense of safety and well being, but after a while it doesn’t feel like you’re giving up anything at all. – Scrubs J.D

Real magic can never be made by offering someone else’s liver. You must tear out your own, and not expect to get it back. – Peter S. Beagle

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish, but have eternal life. – Holy Bible

Brotherhood means laying down your life for somebody, really willing to sacrifice yourself for somebody else. – Tim Hetherington

The most sublime act is to set another before you. – William Blake

Everyone knows the beautiful story of Abraham and the sacrifice of Isaac. How this noble father led his child to the slaughter; how Isaac meekly submitted; how the farce went on till the lad was bound and laid on the altar, and how God then stopped the murder, and blessed the intending murderer for his willingness to commit the crime. – Annie Besant

Parents Sacrifice Quotes and Sayings

Giving yourself is the ultimate revolution. – Bryant McGill

Mom’s eyes held yours for a moment. ‘I don’t like or dislike the kitchen. I cooked because I had to. I had to stay in the kitchen so you could all eat and go to school. How could you only do what you like? There are things you have to do whether you like it or not.’ Mom’s expression asked, What kind of question is that? And then she murmured, ‘If you only do what you like, who’s going to do what you don’t like? – Kyung-sook Shin

If people knew what they were missing, they would give up everything they have to achieve it. – Belsebuub

What we obtain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; it’s dearness only that gives everthing its value. – Thomas Paine

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. – Bible

The important thing is this: To be able, at any moment, to sacrifice what we are for what we could become. – Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

Sometimes in life, you do things you don’t want to. Sometimes you sacrifice, sometimes you compromise. Sometimes you let go and sometimes you fight. It’s all about deciding what’s worth losing and what’s worth keeping. – Lindy Zart

Sacrifice, which is the passion of great souls, has never been the law of societies. – Henri Frederic Amiel

Father Sacrifice Quotes

The Lord requires sacrifice, meaning something above and beyond the minimum. The Master spoke of the ‘second mile’ and told us to go there. Why?  Because he wants to bless us, and he put all the blessings in the second mile. – Hartman Rector, Jr.

Where excess lies, usually someone had to give something up for the other to get it. – A.J. Darkholme

The sacrifice which causes sorrow to the doer of the sacrifice is no sacrifice. Real sacrifice lightens the mind of the doer and gives him a sense of peace and joy. The Buddha gave up the pleasures of life because they had become painful to him. – Mahatma Gandhi

Whenever you feel compelled to put others first at the expense of yourself, you are denying your own reality, your own identity. – David Stafford

For I was sure of one thing, it wasn’t always the hero who saved the world. It was the person most willing to die first. – R.K. Ryals

Regardless of what the advertising campaigns may tell us, we can’t have it all. Sacrifice is not an option, or an anachronism; it’s a fact of life. We all cut off our own limbs to burn on some altar. The crucial thing is to choose an altar that’s worth it and a limb you can accept losing. To go consenting to the sacrifice. – Tana French

A wise man once said you can have anything in life, if you sacrifice everything else for it. What he meant is, nothing comes without a price. So before you go into battle you better decide how much you’re willing to lose. – Bernajoy Vaal

Nothing great was ever achieved without a personal sacrifice. You have to pay the price to realize your goals. – Lailah Gifty Akita

Mother Sacrifice Quotes

There’s something tightly woven throughout the fabric of our humanity that runs entirely opposite to the baser instinct of looking out for our own good. – Craig D. Lounsbrough

For you, and for any dear to you, I would do anything. I would embrace any sacrifice for you and for those dear to you. And when you see your own bright beauty springing up anew at your feet, think now and then that there is a man who would give his life, to keep a life you love beside you. – Charles Dickens

In order for you to receive, someone else has to give. That’s called sacrifice. – Todd Stocker

Yet, there is a sense of some deep sort that runs entirely contrary to human nature, that in putting ourselves first, we must by necessity put others first. – Craig D. Lounsbrough

Sacrifice is the most beautiful situation and solution for all social problems. – Kartik Mehta

Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness. – Napoleon Hill

I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat. – Winston Churchill

In this world it is not what we take up, but what we give up, that makes us rich. – Henry Ward Beecher

Popular Sacrifice Quotes

To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift. – Steve Prefontaine

Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough, You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it. – James M. Barrie

Sweat plus sacrifice equals success. – Charlie Finley

There’s only one effectively redemptive sacrifice, the sacrifice of self will to make room for the knowledge of God. – Aldous Huxley

He who would accomplish little must sacrifice little. He who would achieve much must sacrifice much. He who would attain highly must sacrifice greatly. – James Allen

The law of sacrifice is uniform throughout the world. To be effective it demands the sacrifice of the bravest and the most spotless. – Mahatma Gandhi

Sacrifice is nothing other than the production of sacred things. – Georges Bataille

It is what we give up, not what we lay up, that adds to our lasting store. – Hosea Ballou

Pain and Sacrifice Quotes

It is a clear gain to sacrifice pleasure in order to avoid pain. – Leading with Wisdom

Sacrifice does not mean the rejection of the worthless, but of the precious. – Ayn Rand

Sacrifice is the ecstasy of giving the best we have to the One we love most. – J. Oswald Sanders

In everyday things the law of sacrifice takes the form of positive duty. – James Anthony Froude

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Dreams do come true, if only we wish hard enough. You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it. – J.M. Barrie

All the others are a test of your endurance, of how much you really want to do it. And, you’ll do it, despite rejection and the worst odds. And it will be better than anything else you can imagine. If you’re going to try, go all the way . There is no other feeling like that. – Charles Bukowski

There are so many ways to be brave in this world. Sometimes bravery involves laying down your life for something bigger than yourself, or for someone else. Sometimes it involves giving up everything you have ever known, or everyone you have ever loved, for the sake of something greater. But sometimes it doesn’t. Sometimes it is nothing more than gritting your teeth through pain, and the work of every day, the slow walk toward a better life. That is the sort of bravery I must have now. – Veronica Roth

Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else. – Mitch Albom

As my sufferings mounted I soon realized that there were two ways in which I could respond to my situation—either to react with bitterness or seek to transform the suffering into a creative force . I decided to follow the latter course. – Martin Luther King Jr.

Real magic can never be made by offering someone else’s liver. You must tear out your own, and not expect to get it back. – Peter S. Beagle

In a brave and noble way, I want to sacrifice my life one day so that two of my clones can live. – Jarod Kintz

They never fail who die in a great cause. – George Gordon Byron

Without pain, without sacrifice we would have nothing. Like the first monkey shot into space. – Chuck Palahniuk

Peace demands the most heroic labour and the most difficult sacrifice. It demands greater heroism than war. It demands greater fidelity to the truth and a much more perfect purity of conscience. – Thomas Merton

Without sacrifice, true love is incomprehensible. – Toba Beta

Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals. – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow. – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice the gift. – Steve Prefontaine

Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness. – Napoleon Hill

I am a member of a team, and I rely on the team, I defer to it and sacrifice for it, because the team, not the individual, is the ultimate champion. – Mia Hamm

Once there was a tree, and she loved a little boy. – Shel Silverstein

Don’t sacrifice yourself too much, because if you sacrifice too much there’s nothing else you can give and nobody will care for you. – Karl Lagerfeld

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"Sacrifice quotes" are statements or passages that express the concept of making sacrifices for a greater good. These quotes often highlight the idea of giving up something valuable or important in order to achieve a specific goal or to help others.

Sacrifice quotes can serve as a source of inspiration and motivation for individuals facing challenging circumstances, reminding them of the potential rewards and benefits that can come from making sacrifices. They can also provide a framework for understanding the importance of selflessness and empathy in various aspects of life, including relationships, careers, and personal growth.

Below are various sacrifice quotes with their meanings/explanations;

“A noble purpose inspires sacrifice, stimulates innovation and encourages perseverance.”  – Gary Hamel

In today's fast-paced world, where success is often equated with material gain and personal ambition, the concept of a noble purpose may seem outdated or idealistic. However, delve deeper into the essence of this quote and you'll discover its timeless relevance in shaping human endeavors. The idea that a noble purpose inspires sacrifice, stimulates innovation, and encourages perseverance speaks to the very core of human nature - our innate desire to seek meaning and contribute positively to society. Whether it's embarking on a mission to eradicate poverty, working towards environmental sustainability, or striving for social justice, understanding the profound impact of a noble purpose can unleash boundless potential within individuals and organizations.

“We all naturally want to become successful… we also want to take shortcuts. And it’s easy to do so, but you can never take away the effort of hard work and discipline and sacrifice.”  – Apolo Ohno

In a world where instant gratification and quick fixes seem to hold sway, the pursuit of success often becomes entangled with the allure of shortcuts. The quote We all naturally want to become successful we also want to take shortcuts. And it's easy to do so, but you can never take away the effort of hard work and di resonates deeply with many individuals who have grappled with the temptation to bypass the arduous path to achievement. This conundrum encapsulates a timeless struggle faced by humanity - the tension between our desire for swift results and the irreplaceable value of hard work.

“Anything that you cannot sacrifice pins you. Makes you predictable, makes you weak.”   -Mark Lawrence

In the game of life, the concept of sacrifice is a cornerstone of personal growth and success. It is this very notion that forms the crux of the insightful quote by Sean Covey: Anything that you cannot sacrifice pins you. Makes you predictable, makes you weak. This thought-provoking statement delves deep into the intricate fabric of human behavior, shedding light on how our attachments and dependencies can inadvertently hinder our freedom and resilience. As we embark on an exploration of this profound quote, we unravel its implications in various facets of life, from relationships to career choices, and from emotional resilience to strategic decision-making.

“Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else.”  – Mitch Albom

Imagine the feeling of letting go of something precious, whether it's time, money, or personal desires, only to realize that in doing so, we have created space for someone else to receive that which they need most. This quote challenges us to consider the ripple effect of our sacrifices and how they can positively impact others. By examining real-life examples and exploring different perspectives on sacrifice, we will uncover the hidden beauty within this selfless act and its potential for creating a more interconnected and compassionate world. Join us as we unravel the layers of meaning behind this powerful quote and discover how sacrificing for others may not diminish what we have but rather magnify our capacity for empathy and love.

“The entrepreneurial life is one of challenge, work, dedication, perseverance, exhilaration, agony, accomplishment, failure, sacrifice, control, powerlessness… but ultimately, extraordinary satisfaction.”  – David S. Rose

The world of entrepreneurship is a fascinating and dynamic journey that involves a myriad of emotions, experiences, and challenges. As renowned entrepreneur, Steve Jobs once said, The entrepreneurial life is one of challenge, work, dedication, perseverance, exhilaration, agony, accomplishment, failure, sacrifice, control, powerlessness. This quote encapsulates the rollercoaster ride that entrepreneurs experience as they navigate through the unpredictable landscape of business ownership. From the adrenaline rush of success to the gut-wrenching moments of defeat and uncertainty - being an entrepreneur is a constant balancing act of triumphs and tribulations.

“The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.”   -Gaylord Nelson

Imagine standing at a crossroads between immediate gratification and long-term sustainability, with the weight of future generations resting on your shoulders. This quote, attributed to Gaylord Nelson, encapsulates the profound moral dilemma faced by humanity in the modern era. In an age characterized by rampant consumerism and short-sighted decision-making, the notion of sacrificing present comforts for the benefit of those yet to come seems increasingly distant. However, delving into the deeper implications of this quote reveals a timeless existential challenge that transcends individual desires and demands a collective awakening to our responsibilities as stewards of this planet.

“The journey has definitely not been easy, but all the sacrifice has paid off very well in terms of my performance on-court.”  – Rohan Bopanna

Imagine being at the peak of your career, celebrated by millions for your exceptional performance in sports. Now picture the grueling path that led you to this point, a journey riddled with sacrifice, challenges, and relentless determination. In the world of professional athletes, these individuals face countless trials and tribulations on their quest for greatness. However, amidst the struggle lies a profound sense of fulfillment when they finally reap the rewards of their hard work. The quote The journey has definitely not been easy, but all the sacrifice has paid off very well in terms of my performance on-court encapsulates this sentiment perfectly - an acknowledgment of the arduous road traveled and a celebration of triumphant success.

“Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice.”  – Michael Novak

Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice. These words by Michael Novak encapsulate the profound essence of love, challenging our conventional notions and inviting us to ponder its true nature. In a world often consumed by romanticized notions of love as an eternal bliss, this quote serves as a thought-provoking reminder that love is far more complex and profound than mere fleeting emotions. It beckons us to embark on a journey beyond surface-level affections and explore the depths of selflessness and commitment inherent in genuine love.

“Without pain, without sacrifice we would have nothing.”  -Chuck Palahniuk

Picture a life devoid of struggles or setbacks - it may seem desirable at first glance, yet upon closer examination, it becomes apparent that such a life is devoid of growth or triumph as well. The quote Without pain, without sacrifice we would have nothing serves as a reminder that our most significant achievements often stem from moments of hardship and self-sacrifice. Whether in the realms of artistry, athletics, or personal relationships - true fulfillment arises from pushing through adversity rather than shying away from it. Through this exploration of Rowling's powerful words, we will uncover how embracing discomfort can lead to unexpected opportunities for learning about ourselves while propelling us toward our fullest potential.

“The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.”  – Jeff Miller

In the history of warfare and national defense, the role of veterans has been crucial in shaping the identity and security of a nation. As President Jeff Miller once said, The willingness of America's veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude. This powerful quote encapsulates the profound impact that veterans have had on American society and serves as a reminder of their selfless dedication to upholding freedom and democracy. Behind this simple yet weighty statement lies a rich tapestry of sacrifice, bravery, and unwavering commitment that deserves exploration and appreciation.

“Too long a sacrifice can make a stone of the heart. O when may it suffice?”  – William Butler Yeats

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to become caught up in the relentless pursuit of success and achievement, often at the expense of our own well-being. The quote Too long a sacrifice can make a stone of the heart. O when may it suffice? by renowned Irish poet William Butler Yeats serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers of sacrificing too much for too long. This thought-provoking quote encapsulates the idea that prolonged sacrifice can lead to emotional detachment and hardness of heart, raising important questions about when it is appropriate to draw the line and prioritize our own needs.

“Freedom does not come without a price. We may sometimes take for granted the many liberties we enjoy in America, but they have all been earned through the ultimate sacrifice paid by so many of the members of our armed forces.”  – Charlie Dent

Certainly, the quote Freedom does not come without a price encapsulates the inherent complexity of the societal construct of liberty. This phrase posits an existential conundrum, challenging individuals to contemplate the intricate relationship between freedom and sacrifice. In essence, it suggests that the presence of freedom within a society necessitates a corresponding expenditure, be it in terms of human effort, resources, or even lives. Moreover, this assertion evokes a sense of collective responsibility and gratitude towards those who have made sacrifices in pursuit of preserving cherished liberties. Consequently, it prompts introspection regarding the fragility and preciousness of freedom—serving as a poignant reminder that such privileges are not inherently guaranteed but must be safeguarded through vigilance and communal commitment.

“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”  – Steve Prefontaine

The quote encapsulates a fundamental philosophical tenet that underscores the essence of human endeavor and excellence. It posits that the act of withholding optimal effort or commitment constitutes a profound disservice to one's innate abilities, talents, and potentialities. The notion of best denotes the pinnacle of one's capabilities, encompassing not merely the physical exertion but also the intellectual, emotional, and moral dimensions of human agency. In this context, sacrifice assumes a symbolic connotation signifying relinquishment or forfeiture; by failing to mobilize one's full range of faculties and resources toward a given pursuit, individuals inadvertently renounce the invaluable endowment bestowed upon them. Herein lies an implicit exhortation for individuals to strive for excellence in every facet of their lives, recognizing their unique endowments as precious gifts that warrant diligent cultivation and unfaltering dedication.

“The really important kind of freedom involves attention, and awareness, and discipline, and effort, and being able truly to care about other people and to sacrifice for them, over and over, in myriad petty little unsexy ways, every day.”  – David Foster Wallace

The quote The really important kind of freedom involves attention, and awareness, and discipline, and effort, and being resonates with the existentialist philosophy of freedom and authenticity. It encapsulates the notion that true freedom is not simply about external liberation or autonomy from societal constraints, but rather it is intricately linked to one's internal state of consciousness and self-awareness. This concept aligns with the existentialist emphasis on individual responsibility and the idea that freedom entails a continual process of self-discovery and self-actualization.

“I guess that’s just part of loving people: You have to give things up. Sometimes you even have to give them up.”  – Lauren Oliver

Certainly, the quote I guess that's just part of loving people: You have to give things up. Sometimes you even have to give them up encapsulates a profound insight into the complex dynamics of interpersonal relationships. In essence, it suggests that an inherent aspect of love involves sacrifice and relinquishment, often entailing the surrendering of possessions, desires, or even aspects of one's own identity for the sake of fostering genuine connections with others. This notion aligns with psychological theories on attachment and altruism, where individuals are inclined to make sacrifices in order to nurture and maintain meaningful bonds with their loved ones. Furthermore, this quote alludes to the paradoxical nature of love, which necessitates both selflessness and personal growth—requiring individuals to navigate the delicate balance between nurturing their own needs while also making concessions for the well-being and happiness of those they cherish.

“Life is funny. Things change, people change, but you will always be you, so stay true to yourself and never sacrifice who you are for anyone.”  – Zayn Malik

The maxim Life is funny encapsulates the existential conundrum of human existence, highlighting the capricious and unpredictable nature of life's unfolding. This epigrammatic assertion serves as a poignant reminder of life's inherent unpredictability and its proclivity for unexpected twists and turns. The phrase underscores the inevitability of change, presenting an ontological dilemma that confronts individuals with the impermanence of their surroundings, relationships, and personal identities. Furthermore, the subsequent statement Things change, people change, but you will always be you delves into the complex interplay between internal essence and external flux, asserting a fundamental continuity amidst the transitory nature of existence. This reflection on personal constancy in the face of external vicissitudes implores individuals to cultivate a steadfastness grounded in self-awareness while navigating life's labyrinthine pathways.

“What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.”  – Albert Pike

The poignant aphorism What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is encapsulates a profound insight into the impermanence of individual accomplishments contrasted with the enduring legacy of altruistic actions. The quote elucidates the ephemeral nature of self-centered pursuits, emphasizing that personal achievements are ultimately transitory and confined to the temporal boundaries of one's own existence. In stark contrast, acts of benevolence directed towards others and contributions to the broader global community are portrayed as immortalized entities that persist beyond an individual's mortal lifespan. This concept underscores the intrinsic value and enduring impact of selfless endeavors, positioning them as enduring beacons that transcend personal mortality.

“At the end of the day, we all want to win, so everybody has to sacrifice when you want to be a part of something special.”  – Jayson Tatum

At the denouement of the diurnal cycle, all human agents are innately driven by an intrinsic desire for triumph and success. As such, it becomes imperative that each individual involved in a collective endeavor be willing to make concessions and forfeits in order to contribute to the attainment of a shared objective. The prevailing ethos dictates that in the pursuit of becoming an integral component of a communal entity, one must recognize and embrace the necessity of relinquishing personal interests and desires for the greater good. This fundamental principle underscores the universal truth that participation in any collective enterprise demands a readiness to yield and compromise, as victory can only be achieved through concerted effort and mutual sacrifice.

“The idea of redemption is always good news, even if it means sacrifice or some difficult times.”  – Patti Smith

The concept of redemption, as a theological and philosophical construct, invariably elicits a sense of profound optimism and hopefulness among individuals. The notion that one can achieve spiritual or moral restoration, even at the cost of personal sacrifice or enduring periods of adversity, aligns with the fundamental human yearning for renewal and transcendence. The underlying implication here is that the prospect of redemption engenders a sense of promise and deliverance from past transgressions or shortcomings, thereby fostering an inherent belief in the potential for personal growth and transformation. As such, the idea of redemption serves as an enduring source of encouragement and inspiration to persevere through challenging circumstances, offering solace in the promise of ultimate reconciliation and renewal.

“Every job will demand some sacrifice. The key is to avoid unnecessary sacrifice.”  – Sheryl Sandberg

Certainly, in the realm of labor and employment, it is incontrovertible that each occupation necessitates a certain degree of sacrifice. This sacrifice can manifest itself in various forms such as time, effort, personal preferences, or opportunities foregone. The adage Every job will demand some sacrifice encapsulates this fundamental truth about the nature of work. From an interdisciplinary perspective, this quote resonates with the sociological concept of role strain, wherein individuals experience tension and conflict in fulfilling the demands and expectations associated with their occupational roles. Moreover, this statement reflects the economic principle of opportunity cost, as individuals must often forgo alternative pursuits or activities to fulfill their work responsibilities.

“Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow.”  – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

The exhortation to relinquish our present comforts and benefits for the sake of securing a more auspicious future for subsequent generations encapsulates a profound ethos of intergenerational equity and altruistic sacrifice. This admonition recognizes the enduring imperative of making sacrifices in the present moment—whether tangible or intangible—in order to engender a more promising trajectory for posterity. The notion of sacrificing our today conveys an acknowledgment of the social, environmental, and economic burdens that contemporaneous individuals may need to bear in pursuit of ameliorating conditions for future progeny. This perspective reflects an ethical stance that prioritizes the welfare and opportunities available to future generations, thereby underscoring a commendable ethos of foresight and social responsibility.

“Don’t sacrifice who you could be for who you are.”  – Unknown

The quote Don't sacrifice who you could be for who you are encourages individuals to strive for personal growth and self-improvement rather than settling for their current state. It emphasizes the importance of not being complacent with one's present circumstances, but instead continuously working towards becoming the best version of oneself. Choosing to remain stagnant and not embracing change can hinder personal development and limit potential opportunities for growth.

“There is no moral authority like that of sacrifice.”  – Nadine Gordimer

The concept of sacrifice holds a unique and undeniable moral authority. In sacrificing something of value, whether it be time, money, comfort, or even one's own desires or interests for the benefit of others, an individual displays an exceptional level of selflessness and altruism. This act carries immense moral weight as it exemplifies putting the needs and well-being of others above one's own. Sacrifice is often seen as a noble and exemplary virtue that can inspire courage, compassion, and selflessness in others.

“Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.”   -Martin Luther King Jr.

Human progress is not a predetermined or inevitable outcome that happens on its own. Each advancement towards achieving justice demands great sacrifice, suffering, and struggle. It requires the relentless efforts and unwavering dedication of individuals who are deeply committed to the cause. Progress doesn't just happen by chance; it is the result of deliberate action and perseverance. Every step forward is often marked by challenges and setbacks that call for extraordinary resilience and determination. The road to justice is paved with the blood, sweat, and tears of those who are willing to fight tirelessly for what is right. This quote emphasizes the critical role played by passionate individuals in driving social change and striving for a more just world. It serves as a reminder that human progress is rooted in the selfless actions of dedicated individuals who refuse to accept the status quo and work tirelessly towards creating a better future for all.

“There is no progress or accomplishment without sacrifice.”  – Idowu Koyenikan

The quote There is no progress or accomplishment without sacrifice emphasizes the idea that in order to achieve something meaningful, one must be willing to make sacrifices and endure hardships. Progress often requires giving up time, comfort, or even personal desires in pursuit of a goal. For example, a student may sacrifice socializing in order to dedicate more time to studying for exams. Similarly, an entrepreneur might have to sacrifice leisure activities and invest significant resources into their business in order to achieve success. Sacrifice is inherent to the process of achieving significant accomplishments; it involves perseverance and determination to overcome obstacles that stand in the way of progress.

“Life is only a long and bitter suicide, and faith alone can transform this suicide into a sacrifice.”  – Franz Liszt

The quote Life is only a long and bitter suicide, and faith alone can transform this suicide into a sacrifice suggests that without faith, life can feel purposeless and full of suffering. It implies that living without belief in something greater than oneself can lead to despair and hopelessness. However, it also offers the idea that with faith, life's difficulties and hardships can be seen as part of a greater purpose or sacrifice. This perspective enables individuals to find meaning in their struggles and brings a sense of hope.

“Real magic can never be made by offering someone else’s liver. You must tear out your own, and not expect to get it back.”  – Peter S. Beagle

The quote Real magic can never be made by offering someone else's liver. You must tear out your own, and not expect to get it back emphasizes the concept that true success and genuine achievement cannot be obtained through shortcuts or at the expense of others. It metaphorically highlights the idea that substantial accomplishments require personal sacrifice and dedication. The reference to tearing out one's own liver symbolizes the arduous effort, commitment, and perseverance necessary for authentic progress.

“True love is selfless. It is prepared to sacrifice.”  – Sadhu Vaswani

True love can be described as selfless because it involves putting the needs and happiness of the loved one above one's own. It is the willingness to make sacrifices for the well-being and joy of the person you love without expecting anything in return. This could mean making tough decisions, compromising, or prioritizing their needs over your own. True love involves empathy, understanding, and a deep sense of care towards your partner's emotions and aspirations. It entails being there for them in times of need, offering support, and standing by them through thick and thin. In essence, true love requires a level of selflessness that enables one to prioritize the happiness and fulfillment of their loved one above their own desires or interests.

“Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.”  – Donovan Bailey

The quote Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don't let anyone limit your dreams encapsulates the essence of pursuing one's dreams. It emphasizes the importance of following what truly fuels one's spirit and staying committed to it. Following one's passion often requires dedication, perseverance, and a willingness to navigate through challenges. Sacrifices may need to be made along the way, whether it's time spent away from loved ones or financial investments. The quote also serves as a reminder to not let others dictate the scope of our aspirations; instead, we should remain steadfast in our ambitions despite any discouraging voices encountered. Ultimately, it encourages individuals to stay true to their passions with unwavering determination and resilience as they pursue their dreams.

“Patriotism demands of us sustained sacrifice.”  – Chiang Kai-shek

Patriotism calls upon us to make continuous sacrifices for the betterment of our nation. It requires enduring dedication and selflessness in the face of challenges. This means being willing to put the needs of our country above our own personal interests and comfort. It demands not only immediate sacrifices, but also a sustained commitment to supporting and defending our country's values, principles, and institutions.

“Sweat plus sacrifice equals success.”  – Charlie Finley

The quote Sweat plus sacrifice equals success encapsulates the core principles of achieving personal goals and aspirations. Sweat represents the physical and mental effort required to put in hard work towards a specific goal, whether it be in a professional, academic, or personal context. This involves dedicating time and energy to consistently pushing oneself beyond comfort zones. Sacrifice signifies the willingness to forego immediate gratification or comfort in pursuit of long-term success. It may involve giving up leisure time, social activities, or other distractions to stay focused on the end goal. When combined, these elements form the pathway to success; they build discipline, resilience, and drive, vital characteristics for overcoming challenges and reaching one's full potential. Success is not simply handed out but earned through perseverance and a commitment to hard work and sacrifice.

“Тhere isnʹt much I wouldnʹt do for you. Тhe stupider, the better.”   -Richelle Mead

The quote There isn't much I wouldn't do for you. The stupider, the better encapsulates a deep sense of unconditional love and support, no matter the circumstances. It reflects a willingness to go above and beyond to make someone happy, even if it means engaging in silly or seemingly nonsensical activities. This sentiment embraces the idea of embracing simplicity and spontaneity in relationships, valuing joy and laughter above all else.

“In the military, they give medals for people who are willing to sacrifice themselves so that others may survive. In business, we give bonuses to people who sacrifice others.”  – Simon Sinek

In the military, individuals are honored with medals for their extraordinary courage and willingness to put themselves in harm's way for the benefit of their comrades. These medals serve as a symbol of selflessness and valor, recognizing the sacrifices made to ensure the survival of others. In stark contrast, the business world often rewards individuals who prioritize personal gain over the well-being of their colleagues. Rather than acknowledging acts of sacrifice and altruism, bonuses in business are frequently tied to actions that involve sacrificing others for one's own advancement or profit.

“Love without sacrifice is like theft.”  – Nassim Nicholas Taleb

The quote Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough suggests that with strong determination and unwavering belief, our dreams can indeed become a reality. This focuses on the power of manifesting our desires through sheer will and positive thinking. The second part of the quote, You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it, emphasizes the idea that achieving our dreams often requires significant sacrifices and trade-offs. It reflects the notion that true success demands commitment, perseverance, and a willingness to forego other pursuits or comforts in pursuit of one's goals.

“Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough, You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it.”  – James M. Barrie

The quote Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough suggests that with determination and unwavering belief in our dreams, they can become a reality. It emphasizes the power of persistence and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. The idea that You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it underlines the concept of prioritizing and making difficult choices to achieve our aspirations.

“One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying.”  – Joan of Arc

The quote One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and living according to our core beliefs. It suggests that having a strong sense of identity and purpose is crucial for a fulfilling life. The idea of sacrificing one's true self to conform to societal expectations or live without any guiding principles is portrayed as a fate worse than death.

“You can’t achieve anything in life without a small amount of sacrifice.”  – Shakira

Achieving success in life often requires making sacrifices - giving up immediate gratification or comfort in exchange for long-term gain. Whether it's putting in extra hours at work, investing time and effort into personal development, or making difficult decisions that may go against the grain, sacrifice is an essential component of progress. By being willing to give up certain things in the present, we open ourselves up to opportunities for growth and advancement in the future. This might mean forgoing leisure activities to focus on career goals, taking on additional responsibilities to pursue a passion, or sacrificing short-term financial gains for more substantial rewards down the line.

“Life is a song – sing it. Life is a game – play it. Life is a challenge – meet it. Life is a dream – realize it. Life is a sacrifice – offer it. Life is love – enjoy it.”  – Sai Baba

Life can be seen as a beautiful song, filled with melody and rhythm. We are meant to sing along with it, embracing the highs and lows, and finding our own unique voice within its infinite harmony. Just like a game, life presents us with opportunities, choices, and obstacles. It calls for an adventurous spirit that is willing to play and engage with the ever-changing dynamics of existence.

“Brotherhood means laying down your life for somebody, really willing to sacrifice yourself for somebody else.”  – Tim Hetherington

Brotherhood embodies the ultimate act of selflessness, a willingness to lay down one's own life for the well-being of another. It signifies a bond of unwavering loyalty and devotion, where individuals are willing to make innumerable sacrifices for each other. This level of commitment transcends mere friendship; it is a profound connection that surpasses personal gain or convenience. True brotherhood demands courage and empathy, as individuals prioritize the needs of others above their own. It encompasses an unspoken vow to protect and support one another, no matter the circumstances. This concept highlights the essence of sacrifice and altruism, illustrating an unparalleled depth of love and loyalty. In essence, brotherhood exemplifies the highest form of human connection, solidifying a deep sense of mutual respect and trust that extends beyond words - into actions that speak volumes about one's dedication and sacrifice for others.

“Every wish, every dream, every idea comes to existence only through blood, sweat and sacrifice.”  – Ivan Moody

Every wish, dream, and idea that transforms into reality requires dedication, effort, and sacrifice. It is through perseverance, hard work, and the willingness to make sacrifices that we bring our aspirations to life. A wish may start as a mere thought or desire, but it takes determination and sweat to manifest it into something tangible. Dreams are not achieved without putting in the hours of labor and enduring the inevitable challenges along the way. Ideas are brought to fruition through the investment of time, energy, and often personal sacrifices. The road to turning wishes into reality is paved with setbacks and obstacles that demand unwavering commitment and sometimes even personal losses. Only when we are willing to give our all does a wish truly have the opportunity to become a genuine accomplishment. Every successful endeavor is built upon the foundation of hard work, perspiration, and the courageous act of sacrifice.

“There is no decision that we can make that doesn’t come with some sort of balance or sacrifice.”  – Simon Sinek

Every decision we make in life involves some form of trade-off or sacrifice. Whether it's choosing between a challenging job with a high salary and more free time, or deciding to pursue further education at the expense of immediate career opportunities, every choice requires us to weigh the potential gains and losses. In some cases, this can mean sacrificing personal comfort for professional success, or making sacrifices in relationships for the sake of personal growth. The balance and sacrifices inherent in decision-making can also extend to our health, as we may need to give up certain indulgences in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Ultimately, every decision carries consequences that demand an equilibrium between our desires, obligations, and values. It's essential to recognize that every choice comes with its own set of compromises and trade-offs, often requiring us to prioritize what is most important to us while accepting that we cannot have everything at once.

“You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.”  – Lionel Messi

The quote You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it embodies the idea that achieving one's goals requires determination, perseverance, and dedication. This means being willing to overcome obstacles and face challenges head-on in pursuit of what you desire. It demands making sacrifices, such as giving up leisure time, social activities, or immediate gratification in order to focus on the long-term goal. Moreover, reaching one's dream involves consistent effort and diligent work towards it, whether through acquiring new skills, seeking opportunities, or persisting in the face of setbacks.

“It’s not hard to decide what you want your life to be about. What’s hard, she said, is figuring out what you’re willing to give up in order to do the things you really care about.”  -Shauna Niequist

Deciding what you want your life to be about may seem like a straightforward decision, but the real challenge lies in determining what sacrifices you are willing to make in order to pursue your true passions. This statement highlights the notion that it's not just about knowing your interests and aspirations, but also about making tough choices and commitments. It encompasses the idea that prioritizing certain areas of your life often involves relinquishing or compromising other aspects. The quote addresses the internal conflict between pursuing one's deepest desires and being willing to let go of comfort, security, or familiarity. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing that achieving meaningful goals may require setting aside immediate gratification or making significant trade-offs. Ultimately, it underlines the notion that true fulfillment often necessitates sacrifice and perseverance towards our most cherished ambitions.

“Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers, and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love.”  – Thérèse of Lisieux

The quote Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers, and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love emphasizes the significance of expressing love through small acts of kindness and sacrifice. While grand gestures may be out of reach, it highlights that meaningful love is found in the everyday moments and actions. It implies that true love is not about grandiose displays but rather in the consistent effort to prioritize the well-being and happiness of others.

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”  – Pele

Success is not a result of mere chance. Rather, it is the outcome of dedicated effort, resilience, continuous learning, and diligent study. It requires making sacrifices and displaying unwavering commitment. Above all, true success stems from a genuine passion for what one is engaged in or striving to achieve.

“Sacrifice is a part of life. It’s supposed to be. It’s not something to regret. It’s something to aspire to.”  – Mitch Albom

Sacrifice is an intrinsic component of life, a fundamental aspect that shapes our experiences and defines our character. It is not merely an incidental occurrence, but rather a deliberate and necessary part of the human experience. Often viewed with reluctance, sacrifice should not be lamented; instead, it should be embraced as a valuable opportunity for growth and selflessness. Through sacrifice, we demonstrate compassion, dedication, and resilience, cultivating qualities that elevate our humanity. The willingness to relinquish personal comforts or aspirations in favor of others embodies the noblest form of human expression.

“They never fail who die in a great cause.”   -George Gordon Byron

They never fail who die in a great cause speaks to the enduring impact of individuals who make the ultimate sacrifice for a noble and worthy purpose. When someone lays down their life for such a cause, whether it be freedom, justice, or the betterment of humanity, their legacy lives on through the significance and impact of their actions. Their sacrifice inspires others to continue the fight and serves as a powerful symbol of dedication and selflessness.

“Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.”  – Napoleon Hill

Great achievement is often the product of significant sacrifice, stemming from the willingness to prioritize greater goals over personal interests. It is a common belief that genuine success cannot be attained through selfish pursuits, as such endeavors tend to hinder collaboration and teamwork. Sacrifice often requires people to forgo immediate gratification in order to work towards a larger vision or goal. The concept of delayed gratification is frequently integral to achieving monumental success, as it requires individuals to invest time, effort, and resources into long-term projects with uncertain outcomes. This dedication and selflessness ultimately contribute to the realization of remarkable accomplishments. In contrast, selfishness typically leads to a focus on short-term gains and individual interests rather than collective growth and progress. Therefore, the quote emphasizes the idea that true greatness arises from selfless acts and dedication, highlighting the interconnectedness between sacrifice and meaningful achievements.

“No union is more profound than marriage, for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice, and family. In forming a marital union, two people become something greater than they once were.”  – Anthony Kennedy

Marriage represents a deeply profound union between two individuals, encapsulating the utmost expressions of love, loyalty, dedication, selflessness, and the creation of a family unit. It serves as a symbol of commitment and mutual support, fostering an environment where emotional intimacy and personal growth can thrive. Through this union, both partners elevate themselves to something greater than they were individually, forging a partnership built on shared values, goals, and aspirations.

“There are so many ways to be brave in this world. Sometimes bravery involves laying down your life for something bigger than yourself, or for someone else. Sometimes it involves giving up everything you have ever known, or everyone you have ever loved, for the sake of something greater.”  

-Veronica Roth

Bravery comes in various forms and can manifest in different ways within our world. It encompasses the willingness to sacrifice oneself for a greater cause, to protect others, or to stand up for what is right despite potential dangers or losses. This may involve risking one's life on the battlefield or making a significant personal sacrifice for the betterment of society. At times, bravery involves letting go of your comfort zone and familiar surroundings in pursuit of a higher purpose or moral principle. It can also mean leaving behind cherished relationships and possessions for the sake of a more significant mission or value.

“Sacrifice: If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.”  – Unknown

The quote Sacrifice: If you want something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done emphasizes the idea that achieving new goals and aspirations requires stepping out of your comfort zone. It highlights the necessity of making sacrifices and taking unfamiliar actions in order to reach newfound success or happiness. This concept suggests that in order to attain what one desires, a willingness to give up certain comforts or familiar routines is essential. Sacrifice involves taking risks and being open to change, even if it means facing uncertainty or discomfort. It's about embracing the unknown and having the courage to pursue what one truly desires, regardless of any obstacles or fears. Making sacrifices can lead to personal growth and the development of new skills and perspectives. By being open to doing things differently, individuals can create opportunities for themselves and broaden their horizons. This quote serves as a reminder that progress often requires stepping into uncharted territory and adopting a mindset of resilience and determination. The act of sacrifice can be seen as an investment in oneself, laying the groundwork for future accomplishments and fulfillment. Ultimately, this quote urges individuals to embrace the transformative power of sacrifice as they strive for their aspirations.

“Teamwork requires some sacrifice upfront; people who work as a team have to put the collective needs of the group ahead of their individual interests.”  – Patrick Lencioni

Teamwork is an essential component of successful collaboration, but it doesn't come without its challenges. It requires individuals to prioritize the collective goals over their own personal gains, necessitating sacrifices upfront. This means that team members must be willing to contribute their time, effort, and resources towards advancing the group's objectives, even when it may not directly benefit them individually. By prioritizing the needs of the team as a whole, individuals can achieve greater success and efficiency in reaching their shared goals.

“Things aren’t gifted to you. Things don’t just come from an idea, from nothing. You have to work for them. You have to pursue them. You have to take time. You have to sacrifice.”  – Ozuna

The quote Things aren't gifted to you. Things don't just come from an idea, from nothing emphasizes the importance of hard work and perseverance in achieving goals. It suggests that success is not simply given to us; it must be earned through dedication and effort. This means that opportunities and achievements do not magically appear, but rather require active pursuit and commitment.

“Sustainability can’t be like some sort of a moral sacrifice or political dilemma or a philanthropical cause. It has to be a design challenge.”  – Bjarke Ingels

The concept of sustainability cannot simply be relegated to a moral or political issue, nor should it be approached as a charitable cause. Instead, viewing it as a design challenge allows for a more comprehensive and integrative approach. By framing sustainability in this way, the focus shifts from sacrifice or dilemma to creativity and innovation. Design thinking encourages the development of practical solutions that consider environmental impact, social equity, and economic viability simultaneously. Such an approach promotes the integration of sustainable practices into various aspects of society, from product design to urban planning. It emphasizes the need for thoughtful consideration of long-term consequences in all decision-making processes. Ultimately, embracing sustainability as a design challenge encourages proactive problem-solving rather than reactive responses to environmental concerns.

“Nothing great was ever accomplished without making sacrifices.”  – Unknown

The quote Nothing great was ever accomplished without making sacrifices emphasizes the idea that achieving significant success often requires giving up something in return. Throughout history, individuals and groups have had to sacrifice their time, comfort, and resources to achieve remarkable feats. For instance, pioneering scientists have dedicated countless hours of research and personal sacrifice for groundbreaking discoveries that have advanced human knowledge. Similarly, visionary leaders and activists have made personal sacrifices, such as facing opposition and risking their safety, to bring about positive change in society. In the realm of sports and entertainment, athletes and performers often make sacrifices in terms of training, discipline, and social life to excel in their respective fields. Ultimately, the quote underscores the notion that true greatness is often forged through perseverance and willingness to make difficult sacrifices along the way.

“Great leaders are willing to sacrifice the numbers to save the people. Poor leaders sacrifice the people to save the numbers.”  – Simon Sinek

Great leaders are those who prioritize the well-being of their people over achieving certain numerical targets. They understand that the success and happiness of their team are more important than purely focusing on financial or statistical goals. These leaders are willing to make sacrifices in terms of profits, sales figures, or productivity if it means protecting the welfare and livelihoods of their employees. Their decisions are guided by a sense of empathy and a deep understanding of the human impact of their choices.

“Every man gives his life for what he believes. Every woman gives her life for what she believes. Sometimes people believe in little or nothing, and so they give their lives to little or nothing. One life is all we have, and we live it as we believe in living it…and then it’s gone.”  -Joan of Arc

Each individual is driven by their beliefs, and this timeless truth is not exclusive to any gender. Whether a man or a woman, each person devotes their life to what they hold dear. This dedication can manifest in various forms – from fighting for justice and equality to pursuing personal goals and dreams. However, some individuals may lack strong convictions, leading them to devote themselves to trivial matters or nothing at all. In the end, we have only one life to live, and we shape it according to our values and principles. Ultimately, as we invest our time and energy into our beliefs, we recognize that life is fleeting – once lived according to our deepest convictions, it ceases to exist as we know it.

“For me, no ideological or political conviction would justify the sacrifice of a human life. For me, the value of life is absolute, with no concessions. It’s not negotiable.”  – Edgar Ramirez

The quote reflects the unwavering belief that no set of ideas or political agenda can ever justify the loss of a human life. This conviction emphasizes the absolute and non-negotiable value placed on every individual's existence. It stands in opposition to any form of compromise when it comes to the sanctity of life. The assertion is clear: regardless of circumstances or beliefs, there can be no exceptions when it comes to valuing and protecting human life.

“A team will always appreciate a great individual if he’s willing to sacrifice for the group.”  – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

The quote A team will always appreciate a great individual if he's willing to sacrifice for the group speaks to the importance of selfless contribution within a team dynamic. When an individual demonstrates a willingness to prioritize the success and well-being of the group over personal acclaim, it fosters a sense of unity and mutual respect. Such sacrifices can take many forms, from putting in extra effort to meet deadlines or taking on additional responsibilities to support teammates. These actions serve as powerful examples of commitment and dedication, inspiring others to contribute more fully as well. Ultimately, this mindset creates a supportive and collaborative environment where each member feels valued and understood, leading to greater motivation and overall success for the team. The acknowledgement and appreciation of individual sacrifices also help create a culture of reciprocity within the team, encouraging others to similarly prioritize the collective good.

“When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.”  – Edmund Burke

The quote When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle reflects the idea that when individuals with negative intentions band together, it becomes crucial for those with positive intentions to unite as well. In this scenario, if the virtuous do not come together and support each other, they will inevitably be overpowered and succumb to the malicious efforts of their adversaries. This brings to light the need for cooperative action among the upright to withstand and overcome the challenges posed by malevolent forces.

“The important thing is this: to be able, at any moment, to sacrifice what we are for what we could become.”  – Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

The quote The important thing is this: to be able, at any moment, to sacrifice what we are for what we could become speaks to the idea of growth and personal transformation. It underscores the importance of being willing to let go of our current state or identity in pursuit of a better version of ourselves. This necessitates the readiness to make sacrifices and embrace change, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing self-improvement and development.

“Sometimes the prize is not worth the costs. The means by which we achieve victory are as important as the victory itself.”  – Brandon Sanderson

The quote Sometimes the prize is not worth the costs suggests that achieving a certain goal or victory may come with sacrifices or consequences that outweigh the actual reward. This can be seen in various aspects of life, such as career goals, personal relationships, or even moral dilemmas. For instance, winning a promotion at work may require extensive hours and stress, impacting personal well-being. Similarly, in relationships, gaining control in an argument may come at the cost of hurting someone's feelings or damaging trust.

“I think that the good and the great are only separated by the willingness to sacrifice.”  – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

The quote emphasizes the idea that achieving greatness requires going beyond simple gestures of kindness or moral behavior; it demands a willingness to go above and beyond what is comfortable or easy. It implies an element of selflessness and determination required to make significant impact in various fields, whether it's in business, leadership, artistry, innovation or other areas.

“Power means happiness; power means hard work and sacrifice.”  – Beyonce Knowles

Power is the key to happiness and success, but it doesn't come without hard work and sacrifice. Those who possess power have often put in countless hours of dedication and effort. Whether it's in the form of political influence, financial well-being, or personal authority, power comes as a result of perseverance and ceaseless commitment. Achieving power requires making difficult choices, pushing through challenging circumstances, and facing obstacles head on. It means sacrificing time with loved ones, personal leisure, and sometimes even one's own comfort. Ultimately, those who attain true power understand that it is not simply handed to them; instead, they have relentlessly pursued it through unwavering determination and resolve.

“We don’t have to sacrifice a strong economy for a healthy environment.”  – Dennis Weaver

The quote We don't have to sacrifice a strong economy for a healthy environment implies that it is possible to pursue both economic prosperity and environmental sustainability simultaneously. This statement reflects the idea that sustainable practices can actually support, rather than hinder, economic growth. For example, investing in renewable energy sources and green technologies can create new job opportunities and drive innovation, ultimately contributing to a more robust economy.

“I am a member of a team, and I rely on the team, I defer to it and sacrifice for it, because the team, not the individual, is the ultimate champion.”  – Mia Hamm

Belonging to a team means that I must place my trust in the collective power of our group. My role isn't just about my individual contributions, but also recognizing the strength in unity and collaboration. Within a team, there are times when I need to defer to others’ expertise or decision-making, showing that I value their input and trust their judgment. Sacrifices may be necessary at times as well, whether it’s putting aside personal interests for the greater good of the team or making compromises for the benefit of our shared goals. Ultimately, our success is defined by the strength of our collective efforts rather than any single individual's achievements. Embracing this perspective allows us to prioritize the team’s success over personal recognition, fostering a culture where we lift each other up and celebrate together as champions.

“You aren’t going to find anybody that’s going to be successful without making a sacrifice and without perseverance.”  – Lou Holtz

The quote You aren't going to find anybody that's going to be successful without making a sacrifice and without perseverance underscores the idea that success requires both hardship and tenacity. Sacrifice, in this context, refers to the dedication and disciplined effort needed to achieve one's goals. It may involve giving up leisure time, personal comfort, or even certain opportunities in favor of pursuing a higher aim.

“Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That’s what little girls are made of.”  – Bethany Hamilton

The quote Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of encapsulates the resilient and indomitable nature of young women. It speaks to the strength and fortitude that comes naturally to them. From a young age, girls exhibit courage in facing adversity and navigating challenges with grace and resilience.

“There is no success without sacrifice.”  – Unknown

The quote There is no success without sacrifice emphasizes the idea that achieving success often requires making sacrifices and facing hardships along the way. It suggests that to attain one's goals or ambitions, individuals must be prepared to give up certain comforts, leisure time, or even other opportunities in pursuit of their aspirations. This concept can be applied across various aspects of life, whether it's in professional pursuits, personal relationships, or educational endeavors.

“I’m willing to walk in darkness if it keeps humans in the light.”  – Victoria Schwab

The quote I'm willing to walk in darkness if it keeps humans in the light reflects a profound dedication to sacrificing one's own comfort for the benefit of others. It conveys an understanding that sometimes individuals must face challenges and difficult circumstances in order to protect and uplift those around them. This willingness to endure hardship for the greater good demonstrates a strong sense of selflessness and compassion, illustrating a self-sacrificing nature that prioritizes the well-being and safety of others above personal convenience. It suggests a profound commitment to leading by example and fostering an environment where others can thrive. The imagery of walking in darkness highlights the metaphorical concept of taking on struggles or burdens so that others may experience positivity and prosperity symbolized by the light. Overall, this statement signifies a noble commitment to nurturing and safeguarding the welfare of fellow human beings.

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Sometimes we have to sacrifice for our and our loved ones’ well-being. But still, we must always remember not to lose too much of ourselves and keep our self-worth intact.

Here are the best inspirational quotes and sayings for 2023 about sacrifice that will inspire hard work, true love in life.

What Is Sacrifice Sayings

1. “Sacrifice is a part of life. It’s supposed to be. It’s not something to regret. It’s something to aspire to” – Mitch Albom

3. “Sacrifice does not mean the rejection of the worthless, but of the precious” – Ayn Rand

5. “Sacrifice is not an option, or an anachronism; it’s a fact of life” – Tana French

6. “The creed of sacrifice is a morality for the immoral” – Ayn Rand

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8. “There is no moral authority like that of sacrifice” – Nadine Gordimer

11. “Great achievement always requires great sacrifice” – Robin Shamra

14. “True success requires sacrifice” – Rick Riordan

Quotes About Self-Sacrifice

16. “No fine work can be done without concentration and self-sacrifice and toil and doubt” – Max Beerbohm

18. “Self-sacrifice? But it is precisely the self that cannot and must not be sacrificed” – Ayn Rand

19. “Self sacrifice is the real miracle out of which all the reported miracles grow” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

22. “Self-sacrifice enables us to sacrifice other people without blushing” – George Bernard Shaw

23. “You will come to know that what appears today to be a sacrifice will prove instead to be the greatest investment that you will ever make” – Gordon B. Hinckley

Sacrifice Quotes For Success

24. “The speed of your success is limited only by your dedication and what you’re willing to sacrifice” – Nathan W. Morris

25. “There is no success without sacrifice. If you succeed without sacrifice it is because someone has suffered before you. If you sacrifice without success it is because someone will succeed after” – Adoniram Judson

27. “The only question to ask yourself is, how much are you willing to sacrifice to achieve this success? – Larry Flynt

28. “You always have to sacrifice something when you want to achieve something” – Rita Ora

30. “He who would accomplish little must sacrifice little; he who would achieve much must sacrifice much; he who would attain highly must sacrifice greatly” – James Allen

31. “Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness” – Napoleon Hill.

Quotes On Sacrifice For Others

33. “Sacrifices we make for others and that others make for us, result in blessings for all” – Taylor G. Godoy

34. “Sacrifice made today goes a long way for a better tomorrow” – Robert T. Kiyosaki

36. “If you win without sacrifice you enjoy it but it’s more satisfying when you have struggled” – Andres Iniesta

Never Sacrifice Quotes

37. “Don’t sacrifice who you could be for who you are” – Jordan B. Peterson

38. “Things change, people change, but you will always be you, so stay true to yourself and never sacrifice who you are for anyone” – Zayn Malik

39. “There is no sense to a sacrifice after you come to feel that it is a sacrifice” – Stefan Zweig

40. “Never sacrifice who you are because someone else has a problem with it. Love who you are inside and out” – Les Brown

42. “Anything that you cannot sacrifice pins you. Makes you predictable, makes you weak” – Mark Lawrence

43. “Every job will demand some sacrifice. The key is to avoid unnecessary sacrifice” – Sheryl Sandberg

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“Sacrifice” is the surrender of a greater value for the sake of a lesser one or of a nonvalue. Thus, altruism gauges a man’s virtue by the degree to which he surrenders, renounces or betrays his values (since help to a stranger or an enemy is regarded as more virtuous, less “selfish,” than help to those one loves). The rational principle of conduct is the exact opposite: always act in accordance with the hierarchy of your values, and never sacrifice a greater value to a lesser one.

This applies to all choices, including one’s actions toward other men. It requires that one possess a defined hierarchy of rational values (values chosen and validated by a rational standard). Without such a hierarchy, neither rational conduct nor considered value judgments nor moral choices are possible.

“Sacrifice” does not mean the rejection of the worthless, but of the precious. “Sacrifice” does not mean the rejection of the evil for the sake of the good, but of the good for the sake of the evil. “Sacrifice” is the surrender of that which you value in favor of that which you don’t.

If you exchange a penny for a dollar, it is not a sacrifice; if you exchange a dollar for a penny, it is . If you achieve the career you wanted, after years of struggle, it is not a sacrifice; if you then renounce it for the sake of a rival, it is . If you own a bottle of milk and give it to your starving child, it is not a sacrifice; if you give it to your neighbor’s child and let your own die, it is .

If you give money to help a friend, it is not a sacrifice; if you give it to a worthless stranger, it is . If you give your friend a sum you can afford, it is not a sacrifice; if you give him money at the cost of your own discomfort, it is only a partial virtue, according to this sort of moral standard; if you give him money at the cost of disaster to yourself— that is the virtue of sacrifice in full.

If you renounce all personal desires and dedicate your life to those you love, you do not achieve full virtue: you still retain a value of your own, which is your love. If you devote your life to random strangers, it is an act of greater virtue. If you devote your life to serving men you hate— that is the greatest of the virtues you can practice.

A sacrifice is the surrender of a value. Full sacrifice is full surrender of all values. If you wish to achieve full virtue, you must seek no gratitude in return for your sacrifice, no praise, no love, no admiration, no self-esteem, not even the pride of being virtuous; the faintest trace of any gain dilutes your virtue. If you pursue a course of action that does not taint your life by any joy, that brings you no value in matter, no value in spirit, no gain, no profit, no reward—if you achieve this state of total zero, you have achieved the ideal of moral perfection.

You are told that moral perfection is impossible to man—and, by this standard, it is. You cannot achieve it so long as you live, but the value of your life and of your person is gauged by how closely you succeed in approaching that ideal zero which is death .

If you start, however, as a passionless blank, as a vegetable seeking to be eaten, with no values to reject and no wishes to renounce, you will not win the crown of sacrifice. It is not a sacrifice to renounce the unwanted. It is not a sacrifice to give your life for others, if death is your personal desire. To achieve the virtue of sacrifice, you must want to live, you must love it, you must burn with passion for this earth and for all the splendor it can give you—you must feel the twist of every knife as it slashes your desires away from your reach and drains your love out of your body. It is not mere death that the morality of sacrifice holds out to you as an ideal, but death by slow torture.

Do not remind me that it pertains only to this life on earth. I am concerned with no other. Neither are you.

If you wish to save the last of your dignity, do not call your best actions a “sacrifice”: that term brands you as immoral. If a mother buys food for her hungry child rather than a hat for herself, it is not a sacrifice: she values the child higher than the hat; but it is a sacrifice to the kind of mother whose higher value is the hat, who would prefer her child to starve and feeds him only from a sense of duty. If a man dies fighting for his own freedom, it is not a sacrifice: he is not willing to live as a slave; but it is a sacrifice to the kind of man who’s willing. If a man refuses to sell his convictions, it is not a sacrifice, unless he is the sort of man who has no convictions.

Sacrifice could be proper only for those who have nothing to sacrifice—no values, no standards, no judgment—those whose desires are irrational whims, blindly conceived and lightly surrendered. For a man of moral stature, whose desires are born of rational values, sacrifice is the surrender of the right to the wrong, of the good to the evil.

The creed of sacrifice is a morality for the immoral—a morality that declares its own bankruptcy by confessing that it can’t impart to men any personal stake in virtues or values, and that their souls are sewers of depravity, which they must be taught to sacrifice. By its own confession, it is impotent to teach men to be good and can only subject them to constant punishment.

Concern for the welfare of those one loves is a rational part of one’s selfish interests. If a man who is passionately in love with his wife spends a fortune to cure her of a dangerous illness, it would be absurd to claim that he does it as a “sacrifice” for her sake, not his own, and that it makes no difference to him , personally and selfishly, whether she lives or dies.

Any action that a man undertakes for the benefit of those he loves is not a sacrifice if, in the hierarchy of his values, in the total context of the choices open to him, it achieves that which is of greatest personal (and rational) importance to him . In the above example, his wife’s survival is of greater value to the husband than anything else that his money could buy, it is of greatest importance to his own happiness and, therefore, his action is not a sacrifice.

But suppose he let her die in order to spend his money on saving the lives of ten other women, none of whom meant anything to him—as the ethics of altruism would require. That would be a sacrifice. Here the difference between Objectivism and altruism can be seen most clearly: if sacrifice is the moral principle of action, then that husband should sacrifice his wife for the sake of ten other women. What distinguishes the wife from the ten others? Nothing but her value to the husband who has to make the choice—nothing but the fact that his happiness requires her survival.

The Objectivist ethics would tell him: your highest moral purpose is the achievement of your own happiness, your money is yours, use it to save your wife, that is your moral right and your rational, moral choice.

The failure to give to a man what had never belonged to him can hardly be described as “sacrificing his interests.”

It stands to reason that where there’s sacrifice, there’s someone collecting sacrificial offerings. Where there’s service, there’s someone being served. The man who speaks to you of sacrifice, speaks of slaves and masters. And intends to be the master.

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Theodore Roosevelt Quotes About Sacrifice

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A soft, easy life is not worth living, if it impairs the fibre of brain and heart and muscle. We must dare to be great; and we must realize that greatness is the fruit of toil and sacrifice and high courage... For us is the life of action, of strenuous performance of duty; let us live in the harness, striving mightily; let us rather run the risk of wearing out than rusting out.

With great victory comes great sacrifice.

The men and women who have the right ideals . . . are those who have the courage to strive for the happiness which comes only with labor and effort and self-sacrifice, and those whose joy in life springs in part from power of work and sense of duty.

If there is one tendency of the day which more than any other is unhealthy and undesirable, it is the tendency to deify mere "smartness," unaccompanied by a sense of moral accountability. We shall never make our republic what it should be until as a people we thoroughly understand and put in practice the doctrine that success is abhorrent if attained by the sacrifice of the fundamental principles of morality.

I am delighted to have you play football. I believe in rough, manly sports. But I do not believe in them if they degenerate into the sole end of any one's existence. I don't want you to sacrifice standing well in your studies to any over-athleticism; and I need not tell you that character counts for a great deal more than either intellect or body in winning success in life. Athletic proficiency is a mighty good servant, and like so many other good servants, a mighty bad master.

War is not merely justifiable, but imperative upon honorable men, upon an honorable nation, where peace can only be obtained by the sacrifice of conscientious conviction or of national welfare.

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In the first sentence of his address at Gettysburg, Lincoln speaks of the founding of the United States like the birth of a child: the United States is a nation “conceived in liberty” and “brought forth” by “our fathers.”  Personifying the nation as a living person allows Lincoln to draw a parallel for the audience between the mortality of the nation alongside the mortality of the soldiers.  If human life is fragile and needs to be protected, the same is true for the nation’s life.  Instead of treating the life of the nation and the death of the soldiers (which he is tasked to commemorate) as separate topics, Lincoln links the two through the theme of sacrifice.  As the speech unfolds, Lincoln contextualizes the casualties at Gettysburg and the tragedy of the Civil War by interpreting the soldiers’ deaths as sacrifices offered to ensure the continued life of the United States.   At the end of the speech, all three themes converge when he envisions “a new birth of freedom” thanks to the sacrificial deaths of the soldiers at Gettysburg.  Thus, Lincoln gives meaning and significance to what his audience might perceive as senseless bloodshed by connecting themes of life and death with sacrifice.  This linking of themes advances his purpose of not only honoring the dead but bolstering support for the war and national values.

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…our fathers brought forth, on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.

But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate—we cannot hallow—this ground.

The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here.

It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us—that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion—that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain—that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom, and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.

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17 Motivational Quotes For Athletes By The Greatest Champions – The Mindset Of A Winner!

Get inside the mind of a champion, inside the minds of the greatest athletes of all time. Learn what makes the best athletes tick, and how you can apply that in your own sport, and in your own life. Hard work, sacrifice, dedication, consistency and the ability to never accept defeat are some common themes among these great champions. Enjoy these Motivational Quotes For Athletes By The Greatest Champions In History.

1. “There is no way around hard work. Embrace it. You have to put in the hours because there’s always something which you can improve.” – Roger Federer

Dreams are free. Goals have a cost. While you can daydream for free, goals don’t come without a price. Time, Effort, Sacrifice, and Sweat. How will you pay for your goals? – Usain Bolt

2. Dreams are free. Goals have a cost. While you can daydream for free, goals don’t come without a price. Time, Effort, Sacrifice, and Sweat. How will you pay for your goals? – Usain Bolt

Are you prepared to put in the work required to achieve your goals? Are you prepared to sacrifice for your dream? Most people in life dream of becoming successful, dream of becoming the next great champion, but very few are willing to put in the time, effort and sacrifice that the greatest athletes are willing to. Are you willing?

3. If you can see it here and you have the courage enough to speak it, it will happen. People believe in certain things but they keep to themselves, they don’t put it out there. If you truly believe in it, if you become vocal with it, you’re creating that law of attraction and it will become reality. – Conor McGregor

Conor McGregor is a big believer in the Law Of Attraction. Regardless of whether you believe in it or not, one thing is for sure: You will NEVER achieve anything in life if you don’t BELIEVE you can. If you don’t believe you can, you won’t even try and therefor will never succeed. All the greatest champions have this in common: They believe in themselves .

4. “The best decisions aren’t made with your mind, but with your instinct.” – Leo Messi

Whenever you need to make a decision in life, always go with your gut. You are the ONLY person that knows what is best for you, on and off the field of play. Follow your intuition and take full responsibility for your life.

5. “I’ve never tried to hide the fact that it is my intention to become the best.” – Cristiano Ronaldo

6. “I really think a champion is defined not by their wins but by how they can recover when they fall” – Serena Williams

Many people seem to think successful people don’t suffer set backs, when in reality, they suffer more and larger defeats than the majority. If you are pushing the limits of what is possible in your sport, or your life, you will fail. You will fall. You will be defeated. The true test of a champion is their attitude after they lose, their character in defeat. Do you have the strength to get back up when life has beaten you to the canvas?

7. “Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger

There’s a lot said about struggle these days. Every great teacher will tell you your struggle develops your greatest strengths . Our greatest pains can be our greatest blessings, and they will always reveal our true character. Be one of the few that RISES in the face of challenges.

8. “If you want to be the best, you have to do things that other people aren’t willing to do.” – Michael Phelps

9. I don’t fold under pressure, great athletes perform better under pressure, so put pressure on me. – Floyd Mayweather

Pressure creates diamonds and pressure creates champions. It is pressure that will make or break you. Will you stand up in the face of a challenge, or buckle like most do?

10. “You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.” –  Michael Jordan

Napoleon Hill once said “Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe it can achieve” – If you believe in yourself enough to EXPECT great results of yourself, you are already miles in front of all of those who don’t.

11. “I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion’.” Muhammad Ali

Sacrifice now, so you can enjoy later . That is what we teach. Put in the work NOW, go through the PAIN now, so you can enjoy your success for many tomorrows.

12. “My brain . . . It cannot process failure. It will not process failure. Because if I sit there and have to face myself and tell myself, ‘You’re a failure’ . . . I think that’s almost worse than death.” – Kobe Bryant

Failure is nothing but a lesson to the master. There really is no such thing as failure if you keep going, come back stronger and WIN, in the end.

13. “I prepare so no one can take what is mine, no one can replace my mind, my heart.” – Ray Lewis

Preparation. That is where the game is one or lost. That is where success is gained or never seen. As Will Smith once said – “Stay ready, so you don’t have to get ready” – Prepare so NO ONE can take what is yours. Prepare so success can never be taken from you.

14. “Commitment is a big part of what I am and what I believe. How committed are you to winning? How committed are you to being a good friend? To being trustworthy? To being successful? How committed are you to being a good father, a good teammate, a good role model? There’s that moment every morning when you look in the mirror: Are you committed, or are you not?” – Lebron James

One thing is for sure: You will never reach any great level of success without commitment. Being committed means you put your goal, your dream, before ANYTHING. It means you keep pushing when you don’t feel like it, when you’re tired, when it’s not going well.

15. It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up. – Vince Lombardi

Legendary American Football coach Vince Lombardi said it best. We all get knocked down, in sport and in life. Those that get on and make a name for themselves are those who get up, learn the lesson, fight back and come out stronger than ever before.

16. Success at anything will always come down to this: focus and effort. And we control both. – The Rock

Get clear on what you want in your life. Be very specific. Once you know what you want FOCUS all your attention and effort into bringing it into your reality. Don’t get sidetracked by meaningless things. Know what you want. Learn how you can get it. Get your blinkers on and work your ass off until you do get it! Ok, so the rock was never one of the greatest athletes in history, but he is a beast, a machine, and in our eyes he is still one of the greats!

17. Everyone has a plan, until they get punched in the face – Mike Tyson

For most people, everything is just fine, 
until LIFE punches you in the mouth! 

Everyone shows great character, 
until something goes wrong!

Are you going to show your character when life punches you in the mouth? Will you get back up, will you FIGHT BACK? Will you be strong, or will you be out for the count? Give up like the majority, or SHOW CHARACTER like the minority?

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He's one of the most despised anime characters of all time, but that doesn't mean there aren't some amazing Griffith quotes from the Berserk series. In fact, many of Griffith's best quotes are actually quite thought-provoking, even if he is a terrible human being in the end.

One Griffith quote that really shows his selfishness and true colors is this one -  "A dream- It's something you do for yourself, not for others."   He of course ends up betraying the Band of the Hawk, including his comrades who would have done anything for him.

Do you have a favorite Griffith quote from Berserk ? Vote up your top picks on the list below, and downvote any that you don't really care for.

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"While many can pursue their dreams in solitude, other dreams are like great storms blowing hundreds, even thousands of dreams apart in their wake. Dreams breathe life into men and can cage them in suffering. Men live and die by their dreams. But long after they have been abandoned they still smolder deep in men's hearts. Some see nothing more than life and death. They are dead, for they have no dreams."

You Made Me Forget My Dream

"Among thousands of comrades and ten thousand enemies, only you... only you made me forget my dream. I see it!"

"For me to call a man my friend, he must be equal to me in all respects."

True Friend

"It is my perception, that a true friend never relies on another's dream. A person with the potential to be my true friend, must be able to find his reason for life without my help. And, he would have to put his heart and soul into protecting his dream. He would never hesitate to fight for his dream, even against me. For me, a true friend is one who stands equal on those terms."

In This World

"In this world, some people born are like keys that move the world and exist having no connection to the social hierarchy established by man."

Something You Do for Yourself

"A dream... It's something you do for yourself, not for others."

45 Quotes About Making The Ultimate Sacrifice For Success

Whoever said the journey would be easy? To really win at this online gig, you really have to make sacrifices. Weekends gone. Phone off. Grind it out.

Most people simply don’t understand the amount of work that goes into building an asset online. If you’re ready to make the sacrifices for success, then these quotes will get you through. Don’t just get the motivational high from a social media status, but actually get in there and do the work .

Best Quotes on Personal Sacrifices

1. As soon as sacrifice becomes a duty and necessity to mankind, I see no limit to the horizon which opens before him. Ernest Renan

2. Self sacrifice is the real miracle out of which all the reported miracles grow. Ralph Waldo Emerson

3. Sometimes when you sacrifice something precious, you’re not really losing it. You’re just passing it on to someone else. Mitch Albom

4. All great things worth having require great sacrifice worth giving. Paullina Simons

5. I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat. Winston Churchill

6. Great success requires greater sacrifice. Sachin Prabhu

7. Sacrifice does not mean the rejection of the worthless, but of the precious. Ayn Rand

8. In this world it is not what we take up, but what we give up, that makes us rich. Henry Ward Beecher

9. Sacrifice is the ecstasy of giving the best we have to the One we love most. J. Oswald Sanders

10. The speed of your success is limited only by your dedication and what you’re willing to sacrifice. Nathan W. Morris

11. Dreams do come true, if we only wish hard enough, You can have anything in life if you will sacrifice everything else for it. James M. Barrie

12. The speed of your success is limited only by your dedication and what you’re willing to sacrifice. Nathan W. Morris

13. Don’t sacrifice yourself too much, because if you sacrifice too much there’s nothing else you can give and nobody will care for you. Karl Lagerfeld

14. He who would accomplish little must sacrifice little. He who would achieve much must sacrifice much. He who would attain highly must sacrifice greatly. James Allen

15. A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. Joseph Campbell

16. The most important decision about your goals is not what you’re willing to do to achieve them, but what you are willing to give up. Dave Ramsey

17. You can only become great at something you are willing to sacrifice for. Maya Angelou

18. Brotherhood means laying down your life for somebody, really willing to sacrifice yourself for somebody else. Tim Hetherington

19. The important thing is this: to be ready at any moment to sacrifice what you are for what you could become. Charles Dickens

20. What we obtain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; it’s dearness only that gives everthing its value. Thomas Paine

21. To achieve some depth in your field requires a lot of sacrifices. Mikhail Baryshnikov

22. They warn you that you’re gonna have to make sacrifices, but i guess that means different things to different people, like giving up something you really want now for something you’ve wanted your whole life, or spending less time on yourself, so you can spend more time with someone you love. At some point you might even have to give up your own sense of safety and well being, but after a while it doesn’t feel like you’re giving up anything at all. Scrubs J.D

23. There is no progress or accomplishment without sacrifice. Idowu Koyenikan

24. One-half of knowing what you want is knowing what you must give up before you get it. Sidney Howard

25. Sometimes in life, you do things you don’t want to. Sometimes you sacrifice, sometimes you compromise. Sometimes you let go and sometimes you fight. It’s all about deciding what’s worth losing and what’s worth keeping. Lindy Zart

26. Sacrifice is a part of life. It’s supposed to be. It’s not something to regret. It’s something to aspire to. Mitch Albom

27. The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard. Gaylord Nelson

28. Sacrifice is nothing other than the production of sacred things. Georges Bataille

29. She taught me all about real sacrifice. That it should be done from love… That it should be done from necessity, not without exhausting all other options. That it should be done for people who need your strength because they don’t have enough of their own. Veronica Roth

30. Let the rest do whatever, while you do whatever it takes. Grant Cardone

31. In some way, suffering ceases to be suffering at the moment it finds meaning, such as the meaning of sacrifice. Victor Frankl

32. To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift. Steve Prefontaine

33. Let us sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

34. A wise man once said you can have anything in life, if you sacrifice everything else for it. What he meant is, nothing comes without a price. So before you go into battle you better decide how much you’re willing to lose. Bernajoy Vaal

35. Peace demands the most heroic labor and the most difficult sacrifice. Thomas Merton

36. It’s not hard to decide what you want your life to be about. What’s hard, she said, is figuring out what you’re willing to give up in order to do the things you really care about. Shauna Niequist

37. In order for you to receive, someone else has to give. That’s called sacrifice. Todd Stocker

38. Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness. Napoleon Hill

39. Whenever you feel compelled to put others first at the expense of yourself, you are denying your own reality, your own identity. David Stafford

40. Sometimes we have to step down to help somebody up, not because we failed to go up, but as a humble sacrifice to save a great soul. Terry Mark

41. Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams. Donovan Bailey

42. You can’t sleep. Broke people sleep. You got to be willing to sacrifice sleep, if you sleep you may miss the opportunity to be successful. Eric Thomas

43. Nothing great was ever achieved without a personal sacrifice. You have to pay the price to realize your goals. Lailah Gifty Akita

44. Don’t sacrifice who you could be for who you are. Jordan B. Peterson

45. People who put themselves on the line and sacrifice their own safety for the greater good and for others, and anyone in any profession whose concern is the welfare for other people instead of the individual, are inspiring and important. Chris Hemsworth

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Four Freedoms Speech: Sacrifice Quotes

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The nation's hands must not be tied when the nation's life is in danger. (103)

Metaphor alert! What he means here is that all resources must be available, and everyone must be ready to protect the country. In order for this to be possible, sacrifices have to be made in the way people prioritize their time and resources. There simply cannot be any restrictions when it comes to defending democracy.

We must all prepare to make the sacrifices that the emergency—almost as serious as war itself—demands. (104)

Since the devastation of World War II was unlike that of any kind of international conflict that had occurred before, the threat of it reaching America's shores sounded super dangerous. A serious threat demands serious preparedness to prevent something even more serious from happening. Sadly, that something serious—you know, the bombing of Pearl Harbor—happened anyway.

Whatever stands in the way of speed and efficiency in defense preparations must give way to the national need. (105)

Remember FDR's habit of repeating things? Whereas FDR's earlier statement that "the nation's hands must not be tied" (103) requires a bit of interpretation to understand what he means, this line is a bit more specific. The phrase "must give way" is a nice way of saying "move it or lose it" because dead weight, obstacles, and general interference with the war effort would not be tolerated.

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