In matters of religion and matrimony I never give any advice because I will not have anybodys torments in this world or the next laid to my charge. – Lord Chesterfield
Knowledge of the world in only to be acquired in the world, and not in a closet. – Lord Chesterfield
I look upon indolence as a sort of suicide; for the man is effectually destroyed, though the appetites of the brute may survive. – Lord Chesterfield
Never seem more learned than the people you are with. Wear your learning like a pocket watch and keep it hidden. Do not pull it out to count the hours, but give the time when you are asked. – Lord Chesterfield