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Temperance and labor are the two best virtues. Labor whets the appetite, temperance curbs it.

Temperance and labor are the two best virtues. Labor whets t

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This quote highlights the importance of both hard work and self-control in leading a virtuous life. It suggests that labor, or hard work, is necessary and beneficial as it stimulates our desire for success and accomplishment. However, temperance, or self-control, is equally crucial as it helps us restrain our desires and maintain moderation. By combining the two virtues, we can achieve a balanced and fulfilling life, where hard work drives us forward but is kept in check by self-discipline.

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