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The rills of pleasure never run sincere,
(Earth has no unpolluted spring)
From the cursed soil some dang'rous taint they bear;
So roses grow on thorns, and honey wears a sting.

by William Watson 1 Found in General Sayings,

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None is offended but by himselfe.

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How oft the sight of means to do ill deeds
Makes ill deeds done.

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Every one is witty for his owne purpose.

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Great king,
Few love to hear the sins they love to act.

Great king,
Few love to hear the sins they love to act.

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Take heed of a step-mother; the very name of her sufficeth.

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Step after step the ladder is ascended.

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I saw young Harry with his visor up.

I saw young Harry with his visor up.

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