Among many vain words may be found some of wisdom

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Among many vain words may be found some of wisdom.

The wise and the foolish. · Wise and unwise conduct. · Choices. · Real and apparent values. · Choice between worth and appearance. · view the constellation · filed as J263

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GreekThe Iliad, Book 18

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Italian NovellaRotunda.

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Loudest mourners not greatest sorrowers Noisy things often empty Apparent beauty may be of the least importance. Ruler admires jewels's beauty but neglects to inquire about their marvelous virtues Choice between short and dangerous or long and sure way. (Cf. J21.5.3.)Choice between flattering lies and unflattering truths

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