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The more a man denies himself, the more he shall receive from
heaven. Naked, I seek the camp of read more
The more a man denies himself, the more he shall receive from
heaven. Naked, I seek the camp of those who covet nothing.
[Lat., Quanto quisque sibi plura negaverit,
A dis plura feret. Nil cupientium
Nudus castra peto.]
It is prudent to learn what to avoid from the misfortunes of
others.
It is prudent to learn what to avoid from the misfortunes of
others.
To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty.
To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty.
Keepe good men company, and you shall be of the number.
Keepe good men company, and you shall be of the number.
One faire day in winter makes not birds merrie.
One faire day in winter makes not birds merrie.
Who overcomes
By force, hath overcome but half his foe.
Who overcomes
By force, hath overcome but half his foe.
Chuse none for thy servant who have served thy betters.
Chuse none for thy servant who have served thy betters.
The first dish pleaseth all.
The first dish pleaseth all.
A jade eates as much as a good horse.
A jade eates as much as a good horse.
