I have never seen the Philosopher's Stone that turns lead into Gold, but I have known the pursuit of it turn a Man's Gold into Lead.
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When the well is dry, we know the worth of water.
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Caesar did not merit the triumphal Car, more than he that conquers himself.
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The church the state, and the poor, are 3 daughters which we should maintain, but not portion off.
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A man is not completely born until he be dead.
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