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Democritus Quote - The sweetest things become the most bitter by excess.

The sweetest things become the most bitter by excess.

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I would rather discover one true cause than gain the kingdom of Persia.
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Sexual intercourse is a slight attack of apoplexy.
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Some men are masters of cities, but are enslaved to women.
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People sometimes rationalize their greed by saying that it is all for the good of their children but this is nothing but an excuse they use to make their despicable actions appear respectable and praiseworthy.
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To a wise and good man the whole earth is his fatherland.
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The pride of youth is in strength and beauty, the pride of old age is in discretion.
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Men will cease to be fools only when they cease to be men.
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By desiring little, a poor man makes himself rich.
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Raising children is an uncertain thing; success is reached only after a life of battle and worry.
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Good breeding in cattle depends on physical health, but in men on a well-formed character.
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