As wit is too hard for power in council, so power is too hard for wit in action.

Marrying to increase love is like gaming to become rich; alas, you only lose what little stock you had before.

A good name is seldom got by giving it oneself.

Have as much good nature as good sense since they generally are companions.

I have heard people eat most heartily of another man's meat, that is, what they do not pay for.

He's a fool that marries; but he's a greater fool that does not marry a fool.

Wit has as few true judges as painting.