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Page 186
... Temperance : in matters of art , as music , dancing , painting , cookery , physic , etc .: in the works of nature ... temperance doth execute what both of them design . For temperance is that virtue whereby the actions of prudence and ...
... Temperance : in matters of art , as music , dancing , painting , cookery , physic , etc .: in the works of nature ... temperance doth execute what both of them design . For temperance is that virtue whereby the actions of prudence and ...
Page 188
... temperance is undeniable . It relateth not only to our meats and drinks , but to all our be- haviours , passions and desires . All music , sauces , feasts , delights and pleasures , Games , dancing , arts , consist in govern'd measures ...
... temperance is undeniable . It relateth not only to our meats and drinks , but to all our be- haviours , passions and desires . All music , sauces , feasts , delights and pleasures , Games , dancing , arts , consist in govern'd measures ...
Page 201
... temperance , and the glory of His kingdom is wholly founded in His moderation , we may hope that our moderation and temperance in its place may accomplish wonders , and lead us to the fruition of His , by certain steps and degrees ...
... temperance , and the glory of His kingdom is wholly founded in His moderation , we may hope that our moderation and temperance in its place may accomplish wonders , and lead us to the fruition of His , by certain steps and degrees ...
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