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Many a dangerous temptation comes to us in fine gay colours, that
are but skin-deep.
Many a dangerous temptation comes to us in fine gay colours, that
are but skin-deep.
Every conquering temptation represents a new fund of moral energy. Every trial endured and weathered in the right spirit makes read more
Every conquering temptation represents a new fund of moral energy. Every trial endured and weathered in the right spirit makes a soul nobler and stronger than it was before.
Devils soonest tempt, resembling spirits of light.
Devils soonest tempt, resembling spirits of light.
It is easier to stay out than get out.
It is easier to stay out than get out.
Better shun the bait than struggle in the snare.
Better shun the bait than struggle in the snare.
By persistently remaining single a man converts himself into a permanent public temptation.
By persistently remaining single a man converts himself into a permanent public temptation.
How oft the sight of means to do ill deeds
Makes deeds ill done!
How oft the sight of means to do ill deeds
Makes deeds ill done!
Honest bread is very well--it's the butter that makes the
temptation.
Honest bread is very well--it's the butter that makes the
temptation.
Temptations hurt not, though they have accesse;
Satan o'ercomes none but by willingnesse.
Temptations hurt not, though they have accesse;
Satan o'ercomes none but by willingnesse.
