If you feel that you are good, don't be too proud of it

Remember that it is not enough to abstain from lying by word of mouth; for the worst lies are often conveyed by a false look, smile, or act.

What is wealth? A dream of fools.

Your worst pessimist is, after all, an optimist with regard to himself.

Life is much shorter than I imagined it to be.

The dearest days in one's life are those that seem very far and very near at once.

The orthodox Jewish faith practically excludes woman from religious life.