In things a moderation keep; Kings ought to shear, not skin, their sheep.
Those Saints, which God loves best, The Devil tempts not least.
A spark neglected makes a mighty fire.
Against diseases here the strongest fence is the defensive vertue, Abstinence.
He loves his bonds who, when the first are broke, Submits his neck into a second yoke.
In prayer the lips ne'er act the winning part, Without the sweet concurrence of the heart.