The deeper the waters are, the more still they run.

I have oftenregretted my speech, never my silence.

The hand of liberality is stronger than the arm of power.

Forbidden fruit can get us into a real jam.

No onewould talk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

There'sno need to fear the wind if your haystacks are tied down.

Tranquility will roof a house, but discord can wear away the foundation of a city.

Power is something of which I am convinced there is no innocencethis side of the womb.

I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him

A good listener is not someone with nothing to say. A good listener is a good talkerwith a sore throat.

No battle is more sorely lost that the one not fought

Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.