Wisdom

To burn the walls of Troy was to burn the world entire.

— Odysseus, a character in The Odyssey (Nolan's film) — quoted in the IndieWire review

If this guy isn't crazy, which is a big if, this is sort of what I've been writing songs about wanting to happen to me since I was a teenager.

— Taylor Swift, on how her relationship relates to themes in her music, as reported in coverage of the wedding

Buffett's lessons that stick with me and shaped how I invest are stay in your circle of competence, keep it simple, and let compounding do the heavy lifting.

— Keith Lerner, Chief Investment Officer of Truist, reflects on the wisdom of Warren Buffett.

It is with a heavy heart that we share the end of what has not only been an annual tradition in millions of homes and hearths for hundreds of years, but also a way of life, an inspiration for many who realize the wisdom of generations past is the key to the generations of the future.

— Sandi Duncan, Editor of the Farmers' Almanac, in a statement.

True greatness, the investment legend reminds his readers, does not come from accumulating large sums of money, fame, or power. There are thousands of ways to help others. Kindness is free, but also priceless.

— Warren Buffett in his last Thanksgiving message as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.