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“He who desires but acts not, breeds pestilence.” — William Blake · The Marriage of Heaven and Hell (1790-3) 'Proverbs of Hell'. Illustrated QuoteGeek card.

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William Blake · The Marriage of Heaven and Hell (1790-3) 'Proverbs of Hell'

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