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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.
Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.
Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.
It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to
hear the song of read more
It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to
hear the song of fools.
A wise man is out of the reach of fortune.
A wise man is out of the reach of fortune.
No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls: for the price
of wisdom is above rubies.
No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls: for the price
of wisdom is above rubies.
The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the common.
The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the common.
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.
In action a great heart is the chief qualification. In work, a great head.
In action a great heart is the chief qualification. In work, a great head.
Wisdom prepares for the worst, but folly leaves the worst for the day when it comes.
Wisdom prepares for the worst, but folly leaves the worst for the day when it comes.
