A little philosophy inclineth man's mind to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth men's minds about to religion.Francis Bacon
A sudden, bold, and unexpected question doth many times surprise a man and lay him open.Francis Bacon
Age appears to be best in four things old wood best to burn, old wine to drink, old friends to trust, and old authors to read.Francis Bacon
Antiquities are history defaced, or some remnants of history which have casually escaped the shipwreck of time.Francis Bacon
As the births of living creatures at first are ill-shapen, so are all innovations, which are the births of time.Francis Bacon
But men must know, that in this theatre of man's life it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers on.Francis Bacon
Certainly the best works, and of greatest merit for the public, have proceeded from the unmarried, or childless men.Francis Bacon
Certainly, in taking revenge, a man is but even with his enemy; but in passing it over, he is superior; for it is a prince's part to pardon.Francis Bacon
Fortune is like the market, where many times, if you can stay a little, the price will fall.Francis Bacon
