It is not at the altar that we should consider the course we would take.
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Venture a small fish to catch a great one.
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Hunger and thirst scarcely kill any, But gluttony and drink kill a great many.
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Be what you appear to be. [Act up to the reputation which you enjoy.]
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Consideration gets as many victories as rashness loses.
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It is unlucky to marry in May.
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