CHAP. XIV. Of Temperance.
AT foot of the mount of Justice, stands the house of Temperance, a frame built and situated rather for conveniency than curiosity, but wanting nothing that is usefull. The entertainment of Strangers is like to the house it self, affording nothing of excess, and yet that which is convenient in every respect. This Lady and her family lead a life most con∣tented, being not acquainted either with re∣pining for want, or with extravagant desire of attaining more than they enjoy. Their sleep is sweet, and they are not much in danger of diseases, because most sicknesses arise from distemper, and overclogging the Stomach. In