Rather suffer than die is man’s motto.
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Anand Thakur
Rather suffer than die is man’s motto.
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One should oblige everyone to the extent of one’s ability. One often needs someone smaller than oneself.
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An author spoils everything when he wants too much to do good.
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Tis thus we heed no instincts but our own, Believe no evil, till the evil’s done.
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We love good looks rather than what is practical, Though good looks may prove destructive.
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But a rascal of a child (that age is without pity).
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What a wonderful thing it is to have a good friend. He identifies your innermost desires, and spares you the embarrassment of disclosing them to him yourself.
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Women keep no secrets, and I know many men, who are women in this regard.
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Help yourself, and Heaven will help you.
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By time and toil we sever What strength and rage could never.
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O love, when thou gettest dominion over us, we may bid good-by to prudence.
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Dressed in the lion’s skin, the ass spread terror far and wide.
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People who make no noise are dangerous.
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Neither blows from pitchfork, nor from the lash, can make him change his ways.
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Our condition never satisfies us; the present is always the worst. Though Jupiter should grant his request to each, we should continue to importune him.
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A cheerful mind is a vigorous mind.
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