In like manner, were an adult to bemire himself in crossing a ditch, instead of making use of the stepping-stones placed there for the purpose; or if he were to stand till he were drenched with a thunder-shower, instead of taking shelter for the time in the neighbouring shed, we would not say that it was "unreasonable," but that it was "contrary to common sense."
"A Practical Enquiry into the Philosophy of Education"
James Gall
Let not Lust my soul bemire.
"Democritus Platonissans"
Henry More