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Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice.
Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice.
To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.
To many, total abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.
It is better to rise from life as from a banquet -- neither thirsty nor drunken.
It is better to rise from life as from a banquet -- neither thirsty nor drunken.
Temperate temperance is best; intemperate temperance injures the cause of temperance.
Temperate temperance is best; intemperate temperance injures the cause of temperance.
Throw moderation to the winds, and the greatest pleasures bring the greatest pains
Throw moderation to the winds, and the greatest pleasures bring the greatest pains
Only actions give life strength; only moderation gives it charm.
Only actions give life strength; only moderation gives it charm.
Moderation is the inseparable companion of wisdom, but with it genius has not even a nodding acquaintance.
Moderation is the inseparable companion of wisdom, but with it genius has not even a nodding acquaintance.
It is better to rise from life as from a banquet--neither thirsty nor drunken.
It is better to rise from life as from a banquet--neither thirsty nor drunken.
Moderation is a fatal thing. Nothing succeeds like excess.
Moderation is a fatal thing. Nothing succeeds like excess.
