They that govern the most make the least noise.
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They that are against superstition oftentimes run into it of the wrong side. If I wear all colors but black, then I am superstitious in not wearing black.John Selden
Pleasures are all alike simply considered in themselves he that hunts, or he that governs the commonwealth, they both please themselves alike, only we commend that, whereby we ourselves receive some benefit.
John Selden
Wise men say nothing in dangerous times.
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Humanity is a Virtue all preach, none practice, and yet every body is content to hear
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The happiness of married life depends upon making small sacrifices with readiness and cheerfulness.
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The Hall was the place where the great lord used to eat ... He ate not in private, except in time of sickness ... Nay, the king himself used to eat in the Hall, and his lords sat with him, and he understood men.
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