There can be no good fable with human beings in it. There can be no good fairy tale without them.
AESOPOutside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
More Aesop Quotes
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He is not to be trusted as a friend who illtreats his own family.
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Do nothing without regard to the consequences.
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Men often bear little grievances with less courage than they do large misfortunes.
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In critical moments even the very powerful have need of the weakest.
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Better beans and bacon in peace than cakes and ale in fear.
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Better no rule than cruel rule.
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Do not tell others how to act unless you can set a good example.
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Those who suffer most cry out the least.
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It is possible to have too much of a good thing.
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Wise men say nothing in dangerous times.
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It is easy to be brave at a safe distance.
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You can fool people some of the time, but you can’t fool them all of the time.
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If you choose bad companions, no one will believe that you are anything but bad yourself.
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Keep your place in life and your place will keep you.
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Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
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