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I have observed, That those that meddle least in Wars, whether Civil or Foreign, are not onely most safe and free from danger, but most secure from Losses; and though Heroick Persons esteem Fame before Life; yet many there are, that think the wisest way is to be a Spectator, rather then an Actor, unless they be neces∣sitated to it; for it is better, say they, to sit on the Stool of Quiet, then in the Chair of Troublesome Business.