The times anatomiz'd, in severall characters. By T.F.
Ford, Thomas, 1598-1674.
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XIV. True Valour.

IS a virtue in the spirit, which keepes the flesh in subje∣ction, for whilst it over∣throws its enemies it conquers it selfe, which is the best vi∣ctory. It resolves without fear, and acts without fainting, not daunted with multitudes of op¦positiōs, knowing that the grea¦ter the cōflict is, the greater wil be the honor of the conqueror. It is a sweet temper of the soul, not cast down in captivity, nor elated in victory, wisdome is Page  [unnumbered] her guide, and resolution her companion. A good cause makes her truly noble, and pittie it is it should have any enemy but errour.