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English 17th Century Quotes

Slow but sure. -late 17th



Man's extremity is God's opportunity. -early 17th



All things are possible with God. -late 17th (Bible)



It is easy to be wise after the event. -early 17th



There's no great loss without some gain. -mid 17th



The early bird catches the worm. -mid 17th

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Empty sacks will never stand upright. -mid 17th



What is new cannot be true. -mid 17th



It is as cheap sitting as standing. -mid 17th



When Greek meets Greek, then comes the tug of war. -late 17th



The darkest hour is just before dawn. -mid 17th



Live and learn. -early 17th



Hard words break no bones. -late 17th



Fire is a good servant but a bad master. -early 17th



Throw dirt enough, and some will stick. -mid 17th