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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.
It is easier to stay out than get out.
It is easier to stay out than get out.
Tempt not a desperate man.
Tempt not a desperate man.
Things orbidden have a secret charm.
Things orbidden have a secret charm.
Temptation is the fire that brings up the scum of the heart.
Temptation is the fire that brings up the scum of the heart.
'Tis one thing to be tempted, another thing to fall.
'Tis one thing to be tempted, another thing to fall.
There are several good protections against temptations, but the
surest is cowardice.
There are several good protections against temptations, but the
surest is cowardice.
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.
Better shun the bait than struggle in the snare.
Better shun the bait than struggle in the snare.
