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He who refuses to obey cannot command.
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A man who uses force is afraid of reasoning.
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Traveling is learning.
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Only a wise person can solve a difficult problem.
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A pretty face and fine clothes do not make character.
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Rich people sometimes eat bad food.
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Instruction in youth is like engraving in stone.
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If you give bad food to your stomach, it drums for you to dance.
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You are beautiful because of your possessions.
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If you find “Miss This Year” beautiful, then you’ll find “Miss Next Year” even more so.
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