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Quote by David Hume
When men are the most sure and arrogant they are commonly the most

When men are the most sure and arrogant they are commonly the most mistaken, giving views to passion without that proper deliberation and suspense which alone can secure them from the grossest absurdities. – David Hume

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Nothing endears so much a friend as sorrow for his death. The pleasure of his company has not so powerful an influence. – David Hume

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Heaven and hell suppose two distinct species of men, the good and the bad. But the greatest part of mankind float betwixt vice and virtue. – David Hume

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