Though the bribe be small, yet the fault is great.
Those who consent to the act and those who do it shall be equally punished.
There is no jewel in the world comparable to learning; no learning so excellent both for Prince and subject, as knowledge of laws; and no knowledge of any laws so necessary for all estates and for all causes, concerning goods, lands or life, as the common laws of England.
Precaution is better than a cure.
Where there are many counsellors there is safety.
Reason is the life of the law.