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.
319.
The world agrees,
That he writes well who thinks with ease;
Then he, by sequel logical,
Writes best who never thinks at all.
Epistle to Fleetwood Shephard
320. Use not to lie, for that is unhonest: speak not every truth, for that is unneedful; yes, in time and place, a harmless lie is a great deal better than a hurtful truth.
Letter to Mr C. Howe
321.
The greatest attribute of heaven is mercy;
And ’tis the crown of justice, and the glory,
Where it may kill with right, to save with pity.
The Lover’s Progress (Lisander), Act III., Scene III.
322. Ill deeds are doubled with an evil word.
Comedy of Errors (Luciana), Act III, Scene II
323.
But love is blind, and lovers cannot see
The pretty follies they themselves commit.
The Merchant of Venice (Jessica), Act II, Scene VI
324. Oh! what a crowded world one moment may contain!
The Last Constantine, LIX