Every man carries two bags about him, one in front and one behind, and both are full of faults. The bag in front contains his neighbors' faults, the one behind his own. Hence it is that men do not see their own faults, but never fail to see those of others.

We often despise what is most useful to us.

Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.

Obscurity brings safety.

The cat always leaves a mark on his friend.

It is thrifty to prepare today for the wants of tomorrow.

A fair-minded person tries to see both sides of an argument.