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We can more easily endure that which shames than that which vexes
us.
We can more easily endure that which shames than that which vexes
us.
In great pedigrees there are Governours and Chandlers.
In great pedigrees there are Governours and Chandlers.
There is no vice so simple, but assumes
Some mark of virtue on his outward parts.
There is no vice so simple, but assumes
Some mark of virtue on his outward parts.
That which is not forbidden, is not on that account permitted.
That which is not forbidden, is not on that account permitted.
O, while you live, tell truth, and shame the devil.
O, while you live, tell truth, and shame the devil.
In the world who knowes not to swimme, goes to the bottome.
In the world who knowes not to swimme, goes to the bottome.
Labour as long liu'd, pray as even dying.
Labour as long liu'd, pray as even dying.
The habitual living in prosperity is most injurious.
The habitual living in prosperity is most injurious.
When men grow virtuous in their old age they are merely making a
sacrifice to God of the devil's read more
When men grow virtuous in their old age they are merely making a
sacrifice to God of the devil's leavings.