Quotes by Lyly, John

John Lyly (Lilly or Lylie) (c. 1553 1606) was an English writer, best known for his Euphues..

"The true measure of life is not length, but honesty."

Lyly, John on honesty
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"Marriages are made in heaven and consummated on Earth."

Lyly, John on marriage

"Many strokes overthrow the tallest oaks."

Lyly, John on perseverance

"Where the mind is past hope, the heart is past shame."

Lyly, John on shame

"The sun shineth upon the dunghill, and is not corrupted."

Lyly, John on corruption

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