Truth is the daughter of time, not of authority. – Francis Bacon
A little philosophy inclineth mans mind to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth mens minds about to religion. – Francis Bacon
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Nakedness is uncomely, as well in mind as body, and it addeth no small reverence to mens manners and actions if they be not altogether open. Therefore set it down: That a habit of secrecy is both politic and moral. – 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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