This modesty in a sect is perhaps a singular instance in the history of mankind, every other sect supposing itself in possession of all truth, and that those who differ are so far in the wrong ; like a man traveling in foggy weather, those at some distance before him on the road he sees wrapped up in the fog, as well as those behind him, and also the people in the fields on each side, but near him all appears clear, tho' in truth he is as much in the fog as any of them.

Remember, that six pounds a year is but a groat a day.

If a man would reap praise, you must sow the seeds, gentle words and useful deeds.

If it were not for the Belly, the Back might wear Gold.

Promises may get thee friends, but non-performance will turn them into enemies.

Make yourself sheep and the wolves will eat you.

An undutiful daughter will prove an unmanageable wife.