We praise old times, but show no curiosity about modern events.

We praise old times, but show no curiosity about modern events.

Our content
Is our best having.

Our content
Is our best having.

The Rich knowes not who is his friend.

The Rich knowes not who is his friend.

We neglect those things which are under our very eyes, and
heedless of things within our grasp, pursue those read more

We neglect those things which are under our very eyes, and
heedless of things within our grasp, pursue those which are afar
off.

Am I always to be a mere listener? Shall I never reply?

Am I always to be a mere listener? Shall I never reply?

A Caske and an ill custome must be broken.

A Caske and an ill custome must be broken.

My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent
without hope.

My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent
without hope.

No injury can be complained of by a consenting party.

No injury can be complained of by a consenting party.

If thou thy selfe canst doe it, attend no others helpe or hand.

If thou thy selfe canst doe it, attend no others helpe or hand.