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- Unnecessary choice of philosophies. Aristotle drinks both red and white wine to show that all philosophies are good. J462.2
- Three reasons for not giving alms. (1) Student has only one eye: Aristotle says to beware of those whom nature has marked. (2) Student comes from Bremen: no one of consequence comes from there. (3) His name is Nicholas: no one with that name can succeed. J2225
- Aristotle and Phyllis: philosopher as riding horse for woman. The philosopher warns the king against uxoriousness. In revenge the queen beguiles the philosopher into letting her ride him on all-fours. The king comes and sees. K1215
- Aristotle rises from sick bed to rush into battle for his country. P711.7
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