Quote by John Milton
Prudence is the virtue by which we discern what is proper to do un

Prudence is the virtue by which we discern what is proper to do under various circumstances in time and place. – John Milton

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A man may be a heretic in the truth; and if he believe things only because his pastor says so, or the assembly so determines, without knowing other reason, though his belief be true, yet the very truth he holds becomes his heresy. – John Milton

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Prudence operates on life in the same manner as rule of composition; it produces vigilance rather than elevation; rather prevents loss than procures advantage; and often miscarriages, but seldom reaches either power or honor. – Samuel Johnson

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It is no less a feat to keep what you have, than to increase it. In one there is chance, the other will be a work of art. – Ovid

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Prudence and compromise are necessary means, but every man should have an impudent end which he will not compromise. – Charles Horton Cooley

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Nothing can be done quickly and prudently at the same time. – Publilius Syrus

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