He that hath a trade hath an estate; and he that hath a calling hath a place of profit and honor. A ploughman on his legs is higher than a gentleman on his knees.

We constantly change the world, even by our inaction. Therefore, let us change it responsibly.

The most exquisite folly is made of wisdom spun too fine.

Since I cannot govern my own tongue, though within my own teeth, how can I hope to govern the tongue of others?

There is no gains without pain.

Constant dropping wears away stones

Presumption first blinds a man, then sets him a running.