458 Quotes by Miguel de Cervantes

The most difficult character in comedy is that of the fool, and he must be no simpleton that plays that part.

Too much sanity may be madness.

History is in a manner a sacred thing, so far as it contains truth; for where truth is, the supreme Father of it may also be said to be, at least, inasmuch as concerns truth.

When in doubt, lean to the side of #‎ mercy .

One of the most considerable advantages the great have over their inferiors is to have servants as good as themselves.

The reputation of a woman may also be compared to a mirror of crystal, shining and bright, but liable to be sullied by every breath that comes near it.

I had rather munch a crust of brown bread and an onion in a corner, without any more ado, or ceremony, than feed upon turkey at another man's table.

Every man is as heaven made him, and sometimes a great deal worse.

Don't put too fine a point to your wit for fear it should get blunted.