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That is gold which is worth gold.
That is gold which is worth gold.
Originality provokes originality.
Originality provokes originality.
Breaking his oath and resolution, like
A twist of rotten silk.
Breaking his oath and resolution, like
A twist of rotten silk.
Am I always to be a mere listener? Shall I never reply?
Am I always to be a mere listener? Shall I never reply?
Just when you think you've finally hit bottom, someone tosses you
a shovel.
Just when you think you've finally hit bottom, someone tosses you
a shovel.
Get money; by just means. if you can; if not, still get money.
Get money; by just means. if you can; if not, still get money.
Tender-handed stroke a nettle,
And it stings you for your pains;
Grasp it like a man of read more
Tender-handed stroke a nettle,
And it stings you for your pains;
Grasp it like a man of mettle,
And it soft as silk remains.
'Tis the same with common natures,
Use 'em kindly, they rebel;
But, be rough as nutmeg-graters,
And the rogues obey you well.
The shadow of a mighty name.
The shadow of a mighty name.
It is a kingly act to help the fallen.
It is a kingly act to help the fallen.
