Is a little of your oil spilt, or a little wine stolen ? Then say to yourself, For so much peace is bought, this is the price of tranquillity. For nothing can be gained without paying for it. And when you call your servant, bethink you that he may not... Lalage's Lovers - Page 58by George A. Birmingham - 1911 - 268 pagesFull view - About this book
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...Make a beginning, then, in small matters. Is a little of your oil spilt, or a little wine stolen ? Then say to yourself, For so much peace is bought,...tranquillity. For nothing can be gained without paying for it. And when you call your servant, bethink you that he may not hear, or, hearing, may not obey. For him,... | |
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...little of your oil spilt, or a little wine stolen ? Then say to yourself, For so much peace is louyht, this is the price of tranquillity. For nothing can be gained without paying for it. And when you call your servant, bethink you that he may not hear, or, hearing, may not obey. For him,... | |
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