Book 10
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But Amphis, in his Philadelphi, praising the life of those who are fond of drinking, says:— For many causes do I think our life, The life of those who drink, a happy one; And happier far than yours, whose wisdom all Lies in a stern and solemn-looking brow. For that slow prudence which is always busy In settling small affairs, which with minuteness, And vain solicitude, keeps hunting trifles, Fears boldly to advance in things of weight; But our mind, not too fond of scrutinising Th' exact result of every trifling measure, Is ever for prompt deeds of spirit ready.
