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There is moderation even in excess.
There is moderation even in excess.
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.
Going beyond is as bad as falling short.
Going beyond is as bad as falling short.
Eat not to dullness; drink not to elevation.
Eat not to dullness; drink not to elevation.
The choicest pleasures of life lie within the ring of moderation.
The choicest pleasures of life lie within the ring of moderation.
To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.
To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.
Temperate temperance is best; intemperate temperance injures the cause of temperance.
Temperate temperance is best; intemperate temperance injures the cause of temperance.
The pursuit, even of the best things, ought to be calm and tranquil.
The pursuit, even of the best things, ought to be calm and tranquil.
To go beyond the bounds of moderation is to outrage humanity.
To go beyond the bounds of moderation is to outrage humanity.
