Folly is often more cruel in the consequence, than malice c… - George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

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Folly is often more cruel in the consequence, than malice can be in the intent.

George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

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George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax (November 11, 1633 – April 5, 1695) was an English statesman, writer, and politician.

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Alternative Names: George Saville, 1st Marquis of Halifax • George Savile • George Saville • George Saville, Marquis of Halifax

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Men make it such a point of honour to be fit for business that they forget to examine whether business is fit for a man.

When by habit a man cometh to have a bargaining soul, its wings are cut, so that it can never soar. It bindeth reason an apprentice to gain, and instead of a director, maketh it a drudge.

It is Ill-manners to silence a Fool, and Cruelty to let him go on.

Folly is often more cruel in the consequence, than malice can be in the intent. - George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

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