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Edward Cocker

When Honor's sun declines, and Wealth takes wings, Then Learning shines, the best of precious things.

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When respect and money fade away or disappear, knowledge remains valuable and important. Learning becomes the most treasured thing because it does not lose its worth like honor or wealth can.

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