Bythree methods

Bythree methods
Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.
  

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Sometimesone pays most for the things one gets for nothing.
Who can say more than rich praise, that you alone are you?
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