The fear thou art in, Sancho," said Don Quixote, "prevents thee from seeing or hearing correctly, for one of the effects of fear is to derange the senses and make things appear different from what they are; if thou art in such fear, withdraw to one side and leave me to myself, for alone I suffice to bring victory to that side to which I shall give my aid;" and so saying he gave Rocinante the spur, and putting the lance in rest, shot down the slope like a thunderbolt.

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

True valor lies in the middle between cowardice and rashness.

You must not think, sir, to catch old birds with chaff.

To withdraw is not to run away, and to stay is no wise action, when there's more reason to fear than to hope.

Digo, paciencia y barajar. What I say is, patience, and shuffle the cards.

Great persons are able to do great kindnesses.