Men's thoughts are much according to their inclination,[167:1] their discourse and speeches according to their learning and infused opinions.
Of Custom and Education.
Chiefly the mould of a man's fortune is in his own hands.[167:2]
Of Fortune.
If a man look sharply and attentively, he shall see Fortune; for though she is blind, she is not invisible.[167:3]
Of Fortune.
Young men are fitter to invent than to judge, fitter for execution than for counsel, and fitter for new projects than for settled business.
Of Youth and Age.
Virtue is like a rich stone,—best plain set.
Of Beauty.