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There's not a string attuned to mirth,
But has its chord in melancholy.
There's not a string attuned to mirth,
But has its chord in melancholy.
Riches are first to be sought for; after wealth, virtue.
Riches are first to be sought for; after wealth, virtue.
To deceive ones selfe is very easie.
To deceive ones selfe is very easie.
Patience is sorrow's salve.
Patience is sorrow's salve.
He that cockers his child, provides for his enemie.
He that cockers his child, provides for his enemie.
The success of the wicked tempts many to sin.
The success of the wicked tempts many to sin.
In grasping at uncertainties we lost that which is certain.
In grasping at uncertainties we lost that which is certain.
Danger it selfe the best remedy for danger.
Danger it selfe the best remedy for danger.
Punishment is lame, but it comes.
Punishment is lame, but it comes.