Abstinence is the surety of temperance

Abstinence is the surety of temperance

All philosophy lies in two words, sustain and abstain.

All philosophy lies in two words, sustain and abstain.

Why have a cake if I can't eat it?

Why have a cake if I can't eat it?

I'd hate to be a teetotaller. Imagine getting up in the morning and knowing that's as good as you're going read more

I'd hate to be a teetotaller. Imagine getting up in the morning and knowing that's as good as you're going to feel all day.

If a man earnestly seeks a righteous life, his first act of abstinence is from animal food.

If a man earnestly seeks a righteous life, his first act of abstinence is from animal food.

Complete abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.

Complete abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.

Abstaining is favorable both to the head and the pocket.

Abstaining is favorable both to the head and the pocket.

Abstinence and fasting cure many a complaint.

Abstinence and fasting cure many a complaint.

Subdue your appetites, my dears, and you've conquered human nature.

Subdue your appetites, my dears, and you've conquered human nature.