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Temptation Quotes - Page 14

Man's chief merit consists in resisting the impulses of his nature.

Samuel Johnson (1966). “Johnsonian miscellanies”, Constable

The danger inherent in all force grows stronger when it is likely to gain success, for then it becomes temptation.

Rabindranath Tagore, Krishna Dutta, Andrew Robinson (1997). “Selected Letters of Rabindranath Tagore”, p.216, Cambridge University Press

Many a dangerous temptation comes to us in gay, fine colours, that are but skin-deep.

Matthew Henry (2016). “Bible Commentary - Genesis”, p.68, Bible Study Books

Keep away from the fire!

Laurence Sterne (1805). “The Works of Laurence Sterne, A. M.: A sentimental journey through France and Italy. The Koran: or, The life, character and sentiments of Tria Juncta in Uno. A political romance”, p.323