Wisdom not only gets, but once got, retains.
Francis Quarles
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Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom.
More quotes by Francis Quarles
- Beware of him that is slow to anger for when it is long coming, it is the stronger when it comes, and the longer kept. Abused patience turns to fury.
- Anger may repast with thee for an hour, but not repose for a night the continuance of anger is hatred, the continuance of hatred turns malice.
- Flatter not thyself in thy faith in God if thou hast not charity for thy neighbor.
- Let the fear of danger be a spur to prevent it he that fears not, gives advantage to the danger.
- Necessity of action takes away the fear of the act, and makes bold resolution the favorite of fortune.