Few men make themselves masters of the things they write or speak.

Humility is a virtue all preach, none practise, and yet every body is content to hear. The master thinks it good doctrine for his servant, the laity for the clergy, and the clergy for the laity.

Ignorance of the law excuses no man; not that all men know the law, but because 'tis an excuse every man will plead, and no man can tell how to refute him.

Wit and wisdom are born with a man.

A wise man should never resolve upon anything, at least, never let the world know his resolution, for if he cannot reach that he is ashamed.

The happiness of married life depends upon making small sacrifices with readiness and cheerfulness.

Commonly we say a judgment falls upon a man for something in him we cannot abide.