Aphorisms

A book is a mirror: if an ape looks into it, an apostle is hardly likely to look out.

He who fights with monsters should be careful lest he thereby become a monster.

Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd.

Common sense is not so common.

All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.

He that lies down with dogs shall rise up with fleas.

Old people like to give good advice, as solace for no longer being able to provide bad examples.

What is a cynic? A man who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing.

Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes.

Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.

The best is the enemy of the good.

We all have strength enough to endure the misfortunes of others.