We love good looks rather than what is practical, Though good looks may prove destructive.
We risk all in being too greedy.
If you deal with a fox, think of his tricks.
We are never content with our lot.
Men of all ages have the same inclinations, over which reason exercises no control. Thus, wherever men are found, there are follies, ay, and the same follies.
What is denominated discretion in man we call cunning in brutes.