Those who'll play with cats must expect to be scratched.

I never thrust my nose into other men's porridge. It is no bread and butter of mine; every man for himself, and God for us all.

As ill-luck would have it.

Let the worst come to the worst.

Be brief, for no talk can please when too long. Being prepared is half the victory.

There were no embraces, because where there is great love there is often little display of it.

Great persons are able to do great kindnesses.