But winter lingering chills the lap of May.
The bounds of a man's knowledge are easily concealed, if he has but prudence.
True wisdom consists of tracing effects to their causes.
Philosophy ... should not pretend to increase our present stock, but make us economists of what we are possessed of.
Such dainties to them, their health it might hurt; It 's like sending them ruffles when wanting a shirt.
Honour sinks where commerce long prevails.