A wise man is out of the reach of fortune.

A wise man is out of the reach of fortune.

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

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

Wisdom is learning what to overlook.

Wisdom is learning what to overlook.

From the errors of others, a wise man corrects his own.

From the errors of others, a wise man corrects his own.

There is no pain equal to that which two lovers can inflict on one another. This should be made clear read more

There is no pain equal to that which two lovers can inflict on one another. This should be made clear to all who contemplate such a union. The avoidance of this pain is the beginning of wisdom, for it is strong enough to contaminate the rest of our lives.

All human wisdom is summed up in two words; wait and hope.

All human wisdom is summed up in two words; wait and hope.

Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.

Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.

Wisdom and goodness are twin-born, one heart
Must hold both sisters, never seen apart.

Wisdom and goodness are twin-born, one heart
Must hold both sisters, never seen apart.

Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not.

Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not.