Quote by Samuel Butler

The healthy stomach is nothing if it is not conservative. Few radicals have good digestions.

The healthy stomach is nothing if it is not conservative. Fe

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This quote suggests that a person with a conservative mindset tends to have a healthy stomach, while radicals often have digestion problems. It implies that being overly liberal or extremist in one's opinions or actions can lead to issues with digestion and overall health. The quote metaphorically associates the stomach, an organ responsible for digestion, with conservative thinking, emphasizing the importance of balance and moderation in one's beliefs and behaviors for overall well-being.

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