For such is the nature of men , that howsoever they may acknowledge many others to be more witty , or more eloquent , or more learned ; Yet they will hardly believe there be many so wise as themselves: For they see their own wit at hand , and other men's at a distance.
thomas hobbesBlandishments will not fascinate us, nor will threats of a "halter" intimidate. For, under God, we are determined that wheresoever, whensoever, or howsoever we shall be called to make our exit, we will die free men.