Thomas Watson (1616–1686) English nonconformist preacher and author
From Heaven Taken By Storm, Soli Deo Gloria Publications edition, pg. 73.
“Though peace be made, yet it's interest that keep peace.”
Quoted in a statement to Parliament as as "a maxim not to be despised" (4 September 1654)
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