An object in possession seldom retains the same charm that it had in pursuit.

The lust of avarice as so totally seized upon mankind that their wealth seems rather to possess them than they possess their wealth.

Hope is the pillar that holds up the world. Hope is the dream of a waking man.

Grief has limits, whereas apprehension has none. For we grieve only for what we know has happened, but we fear all that possibly may happen.

Such is the audacity of man, that he hath learned to counterfeit Nature, yea, and is so bold as to challenge her in her work.

The only certainty is that nothing is certain.

Truth comes out in wine.

The best plan is to profit by the folly of others.

In these matters the only certainty is that nothing is certain.

In comparing various authors with one another, I have discovered that some of the gravest and latest writers have transcribed, word for word, from former works, without making acknowledgment.

It is generally much more shameful to lose a good reputation than never to have acquired it.

From the end spring new beginnings.

No mortal man, moreover is wise at all moments.

There is always something new out of Africa.