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you fear. This dream only suggests your longevity. You are blessed with such a long life that none in your family will have the unfortunate occasion to witness your death. Be happy that you will live to a ripe old age."
The astrologer was given a handsome reward by his patron and a thundering ovation by the assembly for his delicacy of expression. He had presented the same fact as his brother astrologer, but couched in different words.
What charm abides in human speech! It transforms poison to nectar and nectar to poison! It can create an atmosphere of gloom even in gay surroundings, or an atmosphere of cheerfulness in the midst of despondency. If men were to realise this tremendous power of words, the world would be a more congenial place to live in.
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