When you strike the shepherd you strike the sheep.

You don’t need a long beard to be a sage;you need to be teachable.You don’t need gray hair to be wise;you need to be sensible.

He who despises a poor man’s wisdom has turned away great riches.

I would rather be average and wise than be extraordinary and imprudent.

It is at the edge of intelligence that wisdom awaits.

The deadliest poison cannot harm you if you do not consume it.

Clenched fists are not open to receive blessings.

A sharp stick is better than a blunt sword.

Feeding a lion will not prevent it from feeding on you.