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Page xii
... greater the finequality the greater the riches . Not by any means the greater the wealth : that is a totally different matter . Wealth is that which contributes to the common weal or well - being ; it is really weal - th ; and the ...
... greater the finequality the greater the riches . Not by any means the greater the wealth : that is a totally different matter . Wealth is that which contributes to the common weal or well - being ; it is really weal - th ; and the ...
Page 123
... greater , as respects the qualities of mind involved , and far more important in result to you personally , than the difference between good and bad laying of bricks ( though that is greater than most people suppose ) . Yet you pay with ...
... greater , as respects the qualities of mind involved , and far more important in result to you personally , than the difference between good and bad laying of bricks ( though that is greater than most people suppose ) . Yet you pay with ...
Page 191
... greater wealth , but simpler pleasure ; not higher fortune , but deeper felicity ; making the first of possessions , self - possession ; ånd honouring themselves in the harmless pride and calm pursuits of peace . Of which lowly peace it ...
... greater wealth , but simpler pleasure ; not higher fortune , but deeper felicity ; making the first of possessions , self - possession ; ånd honouring themselves in the harmless pride and calm pursuits of peace . Of which lowly peace it ...
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