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Quote by John Dryden
For present joys are more to flesh and blood than a dull prospect

For present joys are more to flesh and blood than a dull prospect of a distant good. – John Dryden

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By education most have been misled So they believe, because they were bred. The priest continues where the nurse began, And thus the child imposes on the man. – John Dryden

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Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! Philippians 4:4 – Bible

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With coarse rice to eat, with water to drink, and my bent arm for a pillow — I have still joy in the midst of all these things. – Confucius

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Tis so much joy! Tis so much joy! If I should fail, what poverty! And yet, as poor as I Have ventured all upon a throw; Have gained! Yes! Hesitated so this side the victory! – Emily Dickinson

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