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In misfortune if you cultivate a cheerful disposition you will
reap the advantage of it.
In misfortune if you cultivate a cheerful disposition you will
reap the advantage of it.
Know, prudent cautious self-control
Is wisdom's root.
Know, prudent cautious self-control
Is wisdom's root.
The day is short, the work is much.
The day is short, the work is much.
The death of wolves is the safety of the sheep.
The death of wolves is the safety of the sheep.
It is of no avail to know what is about to happen; for it is a
sad thing to read more
It is of no avail to know what is about to happen; for it is a
sad thing to be grieved when grief can do no good.
Praise day at night, and life at the end.
Praise day at night, and life at the end.
The yeare doth nothing else but open and shut.
The yeare doth nothing else but open and shut.
Idle men are the devil's playfellows.
Idle men are the devil's playfellows.
Far from gay cities and the ways of men.
Far from gay cities and the ways of men.