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Every one stretcheth his legges according to his coverlet.
[Every one stretches his legs according to his coverlet.]
Every one stretcheth his legges according to his coverlet.
[Every one stretches his legs according to his coverlet.]
Though the power be wanting, the will deserves praise.
Though the power be wanting, the will deserves praise.
Let him who has granted a favour speak not of it; let him who has
received one, proclaim it.
Let him who has granted a favour speak not of it; let him who has
received one, proclaim it.
That pleasure which can be safely indulged in is the least
inviting.
That pleasure which can be safely indulged in is the least
inviting.
Like a dog he hunts in dreams.
Like a dog he hunts in dreams.
Good hope is often beguiled by her own augury.
Good hope is often beguiled by her own augury.
He that keeps nor crust nor crumb,
Weary of all shall want some.
He that keeps nor crust nor crumb,
Weary of all shall want some.
He who sings the praises of his boyhood's days.
He who sings the praises of his boyhood's days.
