Choose silence of all virtues, for by it you hear other men's imperfections, and conceal your own.

Choose silence of all virtues, for by it you hear other men's imperfections, and conceal your own.

If you leave the smallest corner of your head vacant for a moment, other people's opinions will rush in from all quarters.

There are two tragedies in life. One is to lose your heart's desire. The other is to gain it.

Silence is the most perfect expression of scorn.

If you injure your neighbour, better not do it by halves.