What is the pay for titles, but flattery How doth man purchase power but by being a slave to him who giveth it.
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O think not, bold man, because thy punishment is delayed, that the arm of God is weakened neither flatter thyself with hopes that He winketh at thy doings. His eye pierceth the secrets of every heart, and He remembereth them for ever...Akhenaton
As the branches of a tree return their sap to the root, from whence it arose as a river poureth its streams to the sea, whence its spring was supplied so the heart of a grateful man delighteth in returning a benefit received.
Akhenaton
All are not called to the guiding of the helm of state neither are there armies to be commanded by every one do well in that which is committed to thy charge, And praise shall remain upon thee.
Akhenaton
To be satisfied with a little, is the greatest wisdom; and he that increaseth his riches, increaseth his cares; but a contented mind is a hidden treasure, and trouble findeth it not.
Akhenaton
As a plain garment best adorneth a beautiful woman, so a decent behavior is the best ornament of inner wisdom.
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Who is it that affirms most boldly Who is it that holds his opinion most obstinately Ever he who hath most ignorance for he also hath most pride.
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