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A son can bear with equanimity the loss of his father but the loss of his inheritance may drive him to despair.

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Never was anything great achieved without danger.

Never was anything great achieved without danger.

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Hatred is gained as much by good works as by evil.

Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.

Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.

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