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It is a just political maxim, that every man must be supposed a knave.
David Hume

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Author Profession: Philosopher
Nationality: Scottish
Born: May 7, 1711
Died: August 25, 1776

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Heaven and hell suppose two distinct species of men, the good and the bad. But the greatest part of mankind float betwixt vice and virtue.
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To hate, to love, to think, to feel, to see; all this is nothing but to perceive.
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It is not reason which is the guide of life, but custom.
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The law always limits every power it gives.
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And what is the greatest number? Number one.
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Everything in the world is purchased by labor.
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Custom is the great guide to human life.
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