2,116 Quotes by Samuel Johnson

Learn that the present hour alone is man's.

Critics, like the rest of mankind, are very frequently misled by interest.

Deign on the passing world to turn thine eyes, And pause awhile from letters, to be wise.

Patron: One who countenances, supports or protects. Commonly a wretch who supports with insolence, and is repaid in flattery.

A decent provision for the poor is the true test of civilization.

Books that you carry to the fire, and hold readily in your hand, are most useful after all.

Friendship may well deserve the sacrifice of pleasure, though not of conscience.

Where there is emulation, there will be vanity; where there is vanity, there will be folly.

Whoever shall review his life, will find that the whole tenor of his conduct has been determined by some accident of no apparent moment.