Every man whose character traits all lie in the mean is called a wise man.

The whole object of the Prophets and the Sages was to declare that a limit is set to human reason where it must halt.

In the realm of Nature there is nothing purposeless, trivial, or unnecessary

It is of great advantage that man should know his station, and not imagine that the whole universe exists only for him.

If a person studies too much and exhausts his reflective powers, he will be confused, and will not be able to apprehend even that which had been within the power of his apprehension. For the powers of the body are all alike in this respect.

Do not consider it proof just because it is written in books, for a liar who will deceive with his tongue will not hesitate to do the same with his pen.

It is well known among physicians that the best of the nourishing foods is the one that the Moslem religion forbids, i.e., Wine. It contains much good and light nourishment. It is rapidly digested and helps to digest other foods.