[Prudence] replaces [strength] by saving the man who has the misfortune of not possessing it from most occasions when it's needed. (Nicolas Chamfort)

[Prudence] replaces [strength] by saving the man who has the misfortune of not possessing it from most occasions when it's needed.

Nicolas Chamfort

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