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On temperance and its chief parts, especially
tranquillity of mind and moderation,
care for what is virtuous,
and reflection on what is seemly.
219. As we have spoken of three of the virtues, there remains but the fourth for us to speak of.
This is called temperance and moderation; wherein, before all else,
tranquillity of mind,
the attainment of gentleness,
the grace of moderation,
regard for what is virtuous,
and reflection on what is seemly
are sought and looked for.
220. We must keep to a certain order in life, so that a foundation may be laid with our first feelings of modesty, for that is the friend and ally of calmness of mind.
Avoiding over-confidence,
averse to all excess,
it loves sobriety,
guards what is honourable,
and seeks only what is seemly.
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