Quotation by

Albert Pike

What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.

Death

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Actions taken solely for our own benefit end when we die and leave no lasting impact. However, the things we do to help others or improve the world continue to live on beyond our lifetime.

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