This only is certain, that there is nothing certain.

Cats too, with what silent stealthiness, with what light steps do they creep up to a bird!

The only certainty is uncertainty

Such is the audacity of man, that he hath learned to counterfeit Nature, yea, and is so bold as to challenge her in her work.

No mortal man, moreover is wise at all moments.

A dear bargain is always disagreeable, particularly as it is a reflection upon the buyer's judgment.

Wine takes away reason, engenders insanity, leads to thousands of crimes, and imposes such an enormous expense on nations.