Only a madman would give good for evil.
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One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives.
Permalink to quote #91 Punishment is not for revenge, but to lessen crime and reform the criminal.
Permalink to quote #93 One does nothing who tries to console a despondent person with word. A friend is one who aids with deeds at a critical time when deeds are called for.
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