Proverbial Wisdom

Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.

169. Suit the action to the word, the word to the action.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Hamlet (Hamlet), Act III, Scene II

170. Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Henry IV, Pt II (King Henry), Act III, Scene I

171. Vice is a monster of so frightful mien,
As, to be hated, needs but to be seen;
Yet seen too oft, familiar with her face.
We first endure, then pity, then embrace.

Alexander Pope (1688-1744)

Essay on Man

172. The law is blind, and speaks in general terms;
She cannot pity where occasion serves.

Thomas May (?1594-1650)

The Heir (Euphues), Act IV.

173. The true standard of equality is seated in the mind: those who think nobly are noble.

Isaac Bickerstaff (1733-?1812)

The Maid of the Mill (Lord Ainsworth),
Act II, Scene I

174. All who joy would win
Must share it, — Happiness was born a twin.

George Gordon Byron (1788-1824)

Don Juan, Can. II, St. 172