There is no jewel in the world comparable to learning; no learning so excellent as knowledge of laws.
Edward CokeThe law compells no man to impossible things. The argument ab impossibili is forcible in law.
Edward CokeSo as grave and learned men may doubt, without any imputation to them; for the most learned doubteth most, and the more ignorant for the most part are the more bold and peremptory.
Edward Coke