But, when to Sin our byast Nature leans, The carefull Devil… - John Dryden

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But, when to Sin our byast Nature leans,
The carefull Devil is still at hand with means;
And providently Pimps for ill desires:
The Good old Cause reviv'd, a Plot requires.
Plots, true or false, are necessary things,
To raise up Common-wealths, and ruin Kings.

John Dryden

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John Dryden (19 August 1631 {9 August O.S.} – 12 May 1700 {1 May O.S.}) was an influential English poet, literary critic, translator, and playwright. He was Poet Laureate, 1668–1689.

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But, when to Sin our byast Nature leans,
The carefull Devil is still at hand with means.
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Ama yanlı Tabiatımız günaha meylettiği zaman
Gerekli araçlarla çıkagelir uyanık Şeytan.

Plots, true or false, are necessary things,
To raise up commonwealths and ruin kings.

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