It is wrong to follow the advice of an adversary; nevertheless it is right to hear it, that you may do the contrary; and this is the essence of good policy.

If a piece of worthless stone can bruise a cup of gold, its worth is not increased, nor that of the gold diminished.

He who learns, and makes no use of his learning, is a beast of burden with a load of books. Does the ass comprehend whether he carries on his back a library or a bundle of faggots?

Whatever is produced in haste goes hastily to waste.

Be not in the desire of thine own ease.

If thou art of elephant-strength or of lion-claw, still peace is, in my opinion, better than strife.

Whenever you argue with another wiser than yourself in order that others may admire your wisdom, they will discover your ignorance.