747. REGRESSION SPOILS RESOLUTION.
Hast thou attempted greatness? then go on:
Back-turning slackens resolution.
748. CONTENTION.
Discreet and prudent we that discord call
That either profits, or not hurts at all.
749. CONSULTATION.
Consult ere thou begin'st; that done, go on
With all wise speed for execution.
Consult, take counsel. The word and the epigram are suggested by Sallust's "Nam et, prius quam incipias, consulto, et ubi consulueris, mature facto opus est," Cat. i.
750. LOVE DISLIKES NOTHING.
Whatsoever thing I see,
Rich or poor although it be;
'Tis a mistress unto me.