All men are more concerned to recover what they lose than to acquire what they lack.

If you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all.

Affairs are easier of entrance than of exit; and it is but common prudence to see our way out before we venture in.

Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten.

One who steals has no right to complain if he is robbed.

We hang the petty thieves and appoint the great ones to public office.

Straw shows which way the wind is blowing.