Temperance is moderation in the things that are good and total abstinence from the things that are foul.

Temperance is moderation in the things that are good and total abstinence from the things that are foul.

Whatever you do, do it in moderation

Whatever you do, do it in moderation

Going beyond is as bad as falling short.

Going beyond is as bad as falling short.

Moderation is a fatal thing. Nothing succeeds like excess.

Moderation is a fatal thing. Nothing succeeds like excess.

Moderation is commonly firm, and firmness is commonly successful

Moderation is commonly firm, and firmness is commonly successful

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.

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.

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.

To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.

To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.