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The man of affluence is

The man of affluence is not in fact more happy than the possessor of a bare competency, unless, in addition to his wealth, the end of his life be fortunate. We often see misery dwelling in the midst of splendour, whilst real happiness is found in humbler stations.
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Those who are skilled in

Those who are skilled in archery bend their bow only when they are prepared to use it; when they do not require it they allow it to remain unbent, for otherwise it would be unserviceable when the time for using it arrived. So it is with man. If he were to devote himself unceasingly to a dull round of business, without breaking the monotony by cheerful amusements, he would fall imperceptibly into idiotcy, or be struck with paralysis.
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Very few things happen at

Very few things happen at the right time and the rest do not happen at all. The conscientious historian will correct these defects.
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In peace, children inter their

In peace, children inter their parents; war violates the order of nature and causes parents to inter their children.
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This is the bitterest pain

This is the bitterest pain among men, to have much knowledge but no power.
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Not snow, no, nor rain,

Not snow, no, nor rain, nor heat, nor night keeps them from accomplishing their appointed courses with all speed.
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The king's might is greater

The king's might is greater than human, and his arm is very long.
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Haste in every business brings

Haste in every business brings failures.
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Force has no place where

Force has no place where there is need of skill.
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In peace, children inter their

In peace, children inter their parents war violates the order of nature and causes parents to inter their children.
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