Proverbial Wisdom
Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.
Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.
745. Do the duty that lies nearest thee; which thou knowest to be a duty. The second duty will already become clearer.
Sartor Resartus, Bk II, Ch. IX
746.
Nature and Nature’s laws lay hid in night:
God said, ‘Let Newton be!’ and all was light.
Epitaph intended for Sir Isaac Newton
747. Let thy foot be seldom in thy neighbour’s house; lest he be weary of thee and hate thee.
Proverbs 25:17
748.
Friendship’s like musick; two strings tun’d alike,
Will both stirre; though only one you strike.
Job Militant, Sec 7, Med. 7
749. The virtue which requires to be ever guarded is scarcely worth the sentinel.
The Vicar of Wakefield, Chap. V
750.
The greatest king is he who is the king
Of greatest subjects.
Institution of the Garter, line 302.