Let us imitate this prudence; and, before we float farther on the waves of this debate, refer to the point from which we departed, that we may, at least, be able to conjecture where we now are.
Lodge emphasizes the need to reassess one's position before continuing a debate, advocating for prudence.
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His country asked the sacrifice and he gave it with solemn pride and uncomplaining lips.
So Valiant-for-Truth passed over and all the trumpets sounded for him on the other side.
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