By three methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is easiest; and read more

By three methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third, by experience, which is the most bitter.

In examinations, the foolish ask questions the wise cannot answer.

In examinations, the foolish ask questions the wise cannot answer.

Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a
fool are in the ends of the read more

Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a
fool are in the ends of the earth.

Sometimes I lie awake at night, and ask, 'Where have I gone wrong?' Then a voice says to me, 'This read more

Sometimes I lie awake at night, and ask, 'Where have I gone wrong?' Then a voice says to me, 'This is going to take more than one night.'

A fool flatters himself, a wise man flatters the fool.

A fool flatters himself, a wise man flatters the fool.

They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom.

They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom.

Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye
therefore wise as serpents, and read more

Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye
therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.

The key to wisdom is knowing all the right questions.

The key to wisdom is knowing all the right questions.

Wisdom begins in wonder.

Wisdom begins in wonder.