Clumsy Jesting Is No Joke.

The Desire For Imaginary Benefits Often Involves The Loss Of Present Blessings.

We Like Other People To Show Themselves To Us As They Really Are.

Only Cowards Insult Dying Majesty.

Better Be Wise By The Misfortunes Of Others Than By Your Own.

Never Trust Advice From A Man In The Throes Of His Own Difficulty.