'Tis known by the name of perseverance in a good cause, and of obstinacy in a bad one. Laurence Sterne badgoodobstinacy Change image and share on social
Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not. Laurence Sterne learnrotescience Change image and share on social
What is the life of man! Is it not to shift from side to side? From sorrow to sorrow? To button up one cause of vexation! And unbutton another! Laurence Sterne buttonlifeman Change image and share on social
Men tire themselves in pursuit of rest. Laurence Sterne manpursuitrest Change image and share on social
God tempers the wind to the shorn lamb. Laurence Sterne godlambshear Change image and share on social
It is a great pity but tis certain from every day's observation of man, that he may be set on fire like a candle, at either end provided there is a sufficient wick standing out. Laurence Sterne candledayend Change image and share on social
In all unmerciful actions, the worst of men pay this compliment at least to humanity, as to endeavour to wear as much of the appearance of it, as the case will well let them. Laurence Sterne actionappearancebad Change image and share on social
I once asked a hermit in Italy how he could venture to live alone, in a single cottage, on the top of a mountain, a mile from any habitation? He replied, that Providence was his next-door neighbor. Laurence Sterne askcottagedoor Change image and share on social
When the heart flies out before the understanding, it saves the judgment a world of pains. Laurence Sterne flyheartjudgment Change image and share on social
People who are always taking care of their health are like misers, who are hoarding a treasure which they have never spirit enough to enjoy. Laurence Sterne careenjoyhealth Change image and share on social
