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We neglect those things which are under our very eyes, and
heedless of things within our grasp, pursue those read more
We neglect those things which are under our very eyes, and
heedless of things within our grasp, pursue those which are afar
off.
As many men, so many opinions.
As many men, so many opinions.
He that lives well sees a farre off.
He that lives well sees a farre off.
Neither head, nor feet. [Referring to anything very intricate.]
Neither head, nor feet. [Referring to anything very intricate.]
He who seeks to terrify others is more in fear himself.
He who seeks to terrify others is more in fear himself.
Take heed of credit decaid, and people that have nothing.
Take heed of credit decaid, and people that have nothing.
A discontented man knowes not where to sit easie.
A discontented man knowes not where to sit easie.
Haste is slow.
[Lat., Festinatio tarda est.]
Haste is slow.
[Lat., Festinatio tarda est.]
He that hath no ill fortune is troubled with good.
He that hath no ill fortune is troubled with good.
