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Francois de La Rochefoucauld Quotes

Francois de La Rochefoucauld quote: "Moderation is the feebleness and sloth of the soul, whereas..."

Moderation is the feebleness and sloth of the soul, whereas ambition is the warmth and activity of it.

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