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A man of good sense always believes what he is told, and what he finds written down.

Francois Rabelais

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Francois Rabelais
Died: 1553
Died: April 9
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Plain as a nose in a man's face.
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The deed will be accomplished with the least amount of bloodshed possible, and, if possible ..., we'll save all the souls and send them happily off to their abode.
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A good intention does not mean honor. [Fr., A bon entendeur ne faut qu'un parole.]
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