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prosperity

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pros·per·i·ty  (pr-spr-t)
n.
The condition of being prosperous.
prosperity [prɒˈspɛrɪtɪ]
n
the condition of prospering; success or wealth
prosperity
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Prosperity is the blessing of the Old Testament; adversity is the blessing of the New; which carrieth the greater benediction, and the clearer revelation of God's favor.
The Essays by Bacon, Sir Francis View in context
It has until lately been a received and uncontradicted opinion that the prosperity of the people of America depended on their continuing firmly united, and the wishes, prayers, and efforts of our best and wisest citizens have been constantly directed to that object.
Federalist Papers Authored by John Jay by Jay, John View in context
It follows plainly, in the first place, that the change, of fortune presented must not be the spectacle of a virtuous man brought from prosperity to adversity: for this moves neither pity nor fear; it merely shocks us.
The Poetics of Aristotle by Aristotle View in context
 
 
 
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