God has placed no limits to the exercise of the intellect he has given us, on this side of the grave. – Francis Bacon
Therefore if a man look sharply and attentively, he shall see Fortune; for though she be blind, yet she is not invisible. – Francis Bacon
Judges ought to be more learned than witty, more reverent than plausible, and more advised than confident. Above all things, integrity is their portion and proper virtue. – Francis Bacon
Write down the thoughts of the moment. Those that come unsought for are commonly the most valuable. – Francis Bacon