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A wise man is out of the reach of fortune.

A wise man is out of the reach of fortune.

by Sir Thomas Browne Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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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.

by Confucius Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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Wisdom is learning what to overlook.

Wisdom is learning what to overlook.

by William James Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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From the errors of others, a wise man corrects his own.

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

by Publilius Syrus Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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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.

by Cyril Connolly Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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All human wisdom is summed up in two words; wait and hope.

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

by Alexandre Dumas Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.

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

by Confucius Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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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.

by William Cowper Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not.

Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not.

by Laurence Sterne Found in: Wisdom Quotes,
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