Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy.
Roam abroad in the world, and take thy fill of its enjoyments before the day shall come when thou must quit it for good.
However much you study, you cannot know without action. A donkey laden with books is neither an intellectual nor a wise man. Empty of essence, what learning has he whether upon him is firewood or book?
People are crying up the rich and variegated plumage of the peacock, and he is himself blushing at the sight of his ugly feet.
Whatever is produced in haste goes hastily to waste.
Whatever makes an impression on the heart seems lovely in the eye.
It is not long before those who are obedient in service obtain command.
I fear God and next to God I mostly fear them that fear him not.
The rose and the thorn, and sorrow and gladness are linked together.
Whenever you argue with another wiser than yourself in order that others may admire your wisdom, they will discover your ignorance.