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There were no ill language, if it were not ill taken.
There were no ill language, if it were not ill taken.
Sharp is the kiss of the falcon's beak.
Sharp is the kiss of the falcon's beak.
An Oxe is taken by the horns, and a Man by the tongue.
An Oxe is taken by the horns, and a Man by the tongue.
He is the furthest from danger, who is on his guard even when in
safety.
He is the furthest from danger, who is on his guard even when in
safety.
Anger should never appear in awarding punishment.
Anger should never appear in awarding punishment.
Where it concerns himself,
Who's angry at a slander, makes it true.
Where it concerns himself,
Who's angry at a slander, makes it true.
In prosperity you may count on many friends; if the sky becomes
overcast you will be alone.
In prosperity you may count on many friends; if the sky becomes
overcast you will be alone.
Patience is the remedy for every misfortune.
Patience is the remedy for every misfortune.
