He that will not sail till all dangers are over must never put to sea.
Get the facts, or the facts will get you.
A few books, well-chosen and well-made use of, will be more profitable than a great, confused Alexandrian library.
Danger past, God is forgotten.
Travel makes a wise man better, and a fool worse.
Unschuld ist kein Schutz.
Try to be happy in this present moment, and put not off being so to a time to come – as though that time should be of another make from this which has already come and is ours.
An invincible determination can accomplish almost anything and in this lies the great distinction between great men and little men.
He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself; for every man has need to be forgiven.
Health is not valued till sickness comes.
One that would have the fruit must climb the tree.
Charity begins at home, but should not end there.
It is madness for sheep to talk peace with a wolf.
Many would be cowards if they had courage enough.
In fair weather prepare for foul.
He who cures a disease may be the skillfullest, but he that prevents it is the safest physician.
Many come to bring their clothes to church rather than themselves.
All doors open to courtesy.
A good horse should be seldom spurred.
With foxes we must play the fox.