What is wealth? A dream of fools

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

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

Life is much shorter than I imagined it to be.

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.

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

The orthodox Jewish faith practically excludes woman from religious life.