Lies always come first, dragging fools along by their irreparable vulgarity. Truth always lags last, limping along on the arm of time.
Silence is the sanctuary of prudence.
To oblige people often costs little and helps much.
Wisdom is immortal. She can wait forever, but you cannot.
For a thing to remain undone nothing more is needed than to think of it done.
Do pleasant things yourself, but unpleasant things through others.