A little philosophy inclineth man's mind to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth men's minds about to religion.

Anger makes dull men witty, but it keeps them poor.

Wives are young men's mistresses, companions for middle age, and old men's nurses.

Nothing doth more hurt in a state than that cunning men pass for wise.

But men must know, that in this theatre of man's life it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers on.

The worst men often give the best advice.

Wise men make more opportunities than they find.

The root of all superstition is that men observe when a thing hits, but not when it misses.

Money is like manure, of very little use except it be spread.

Nature, to be commanded, must be obeyed.