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Quote by Francis Bacon
Many a mans strength is in opposition, and when he faileth, he gro

Many a mans strength is in opposition, and when he faileth, he grows out of use. – Francis Bacon

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Certainly virtue is like precious odors, most fragrant when they are incensed, or crushed: for prosperity doth best discover vice, but adversity doth best discover virtue. – Francis Bacon

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