Moderation is a virtue only in those who are thought to have an alternative.

Moderation is a virtue only in those who are thought to have an alternative.

Only actions give life strength; only moderation gives it charm.

Only actions give life strength; only moderation gives it charm.

To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.

To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.

Going beyond is as bad as falling short.

Going beyond is as bad as falling short.

Whatever you do, do it in moderation

Whatever you do, do it in moderation

He will always be a slave who does not know how to live upon a little.

He will always be a slave who does not know how to live upon a little.

It is the sign of a great mind to dislike greatness, and prefer things in measure to things in excess.

It is the sign of a great mind to dislike greatness, and prefer things in measure to things in excess.

Temperate temperance is best; intemperate temperance injures the cause of temperance.

Temperate temperance is best; intemperate temperance injures the cause of temperance.

Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice

Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice