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He that tells a secret is anothers servant.
He that tells a secret is anothers servant.
He can give little to his servant, that lickes his knife.
[He can give little to his servant that read more
He can give little to his servant, that lickes his knife.
[He can give little to his servant that licks his knife.]
In doubtful matters boldness is everything.
In doubtful matters boldness is everything.
Frenzy, Heresie, and Jealovsie, seldome cured.
Frenzy, Heresie, and Jealovsie, seldome cured.
Milke saies to wine, welcome friend.
Milke saies to wine, welcome friend.
He who assists the wicked will in time rue it.
He who assists the wicked will in time rue it.
Integrity is praised and starves.
Integrity is praised and starves.
Ships feare fire more then water.
Ships feare fire more then water.
But, oh! the love that gold must crown!
But, oh! the love that gold must crown!
