I resolve to speak ill of no man whatever, not even in a matter of truth; but rather by some means excuse the faults I hear charged upon others, and upon proper occasions speak all the good I know of everybody.

Idleness and pride tax with a heavier hand than kings and parliaments. If we can get rid of the former, we may easily bear the latter.

Hide not your talents. They for use were made. What's a sundial in the shade?

Be ashamed to catch yourself idle.

Content makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor.

The worst wheel of the cart makes the most noise.

An Egg to day is better than a Hen to-morrow.