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A wicked mans gift hath a touch of his master.
A wicked mans gift hath a touch of his master.
Silver is of less value than gold, gold than virtue.
Silver is of less value than gold, gold than virtue.
The peasant thanked her with their tears,
When food and clothes were given;
"This is a joy," read more
The peasant thanked her with their tears,
When food and clothes were given;
"This is a joy," the lady said,
"Saints cannot taste in heaven."
By hesitation the opportunity is often lost.
By hesitation the opportunity is often lost.
Souldiers in peace are like chimneys in summer.
Souldiers in peace are like chimneys in summer.
Mercy to him that shows it, is the rule.
Mercy to him that shows it, is the rule.
Honour and profit lie not in one sacke.
Honour and profit lie not in one sacke.
If all fooles wore white Caps, wee should seeme a flock of geese.
If all fooles wore white Caps, wee should seeme a flock of geese.
