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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.
It is best to know the worst at once.
It is best to know the worst at once.
Without danger we cannot get beyond danger.
Without danger we cannot get beyond danger.
There is safety in numbers. [Lat., Defendit numerus.]
There is safety in numbers. [Lat., Defendit numerus.]
Speak the truth, but leave immediately after.
Speak the truth, but leave immediately after.
Keepe good men company, and you shall be of the number.
Keepe good men company, and you shall be of the number.
Things which of themselves avail nothing, when united become
powerful.
Things which of themselves avail nothing, when united become
powerful.
Though this may be play to you,
'Tis death to us.
Though this may be play to you,
'Tis death to us.
Pry not into the affairs of others, and keep secret that which
has been entrusted to you, though sorely read more
Pry not into the affairs of others, and keep secret that which
has been entrusted to you, though sorely tempted by wine and
passion.