And what he greatly thought, he nobly dared.
Homer
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- In youth and beauty, wisdom is but rare!
- Words empty as the wind are best left unsaid.
- But curb thou the high spirit in thy breast, for gentle ways are best, and keep aloof from sharp contentions.
- To have a great man for an intimate friend seems pleasant to those who have never tried it those who have, fear it.
- Yet, taught by time, my heart has learned to glow for other's good, and melt at other's woe.