The friendships of the world are oft confederacies in vice, or leagues of pleasures.
JOSEPH ADDISONHow is it possible for those who are men of honor in their persons, thus to become notorious liars in their party
More Joseph Addison Quotes
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A true critic ought to dwell rather upon excellencies than imperfections
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There is nothing that makes its way more directly into the soul than beauty.
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What an absurd thing it is to pass over all the valuable parts of a man, and fix our attention on his infirmities.
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True happiness arises, in the first place, from the enjoyment of one’s self, and in the next, from the friendship and conversation of a few select companions.
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It is only imperfection that complains of what is imperfect. The more perfect we are the more gentle and quiet we become towards the defects of others.
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The utmost extent of man’s knowledge, is to know that he knows nothing.
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I value my garden more for being full of blackbirds than of cherries, and very frankly give them fruit for their songs.
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Riches expose a man to pride and luxury, and a foolish elation of heart.
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An evil intention perverts the best actions, and makes them sins.
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This not in mortals to command success, but we’ll do more, Sempronius, we’ll deserve it.
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How is it possible for those who are men of honor in their persons, thus to become notorious liars in their party
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Nothing is more gratifying to the mind of man than power or dominion.
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Honour’s a sacred tie, the law of kings, The noble mind’s distinguishing perfection
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If men of eminence are exposed to censure on one hand, they are as much liable to flattery on the other. If they receive reproaches which are not due to them, they likewise receive praises which they do not deserve.
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One of the most important but one of the most difficult things for a powerful mind is to be its own master.
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