He who is a slave to his stomach seldom worships God.

I fear God and next to God I mostly fear them that fear him not.

Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy.

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

The rose and the thorn, and sorrow and gladness are linked together.

People are crying up the rich and variegated plumage of the peacock, and he is himself blushing at the sight of his ugly feet.