Selected quotation

"He who praises you for what you lack wishes to take from you what you have."

~ Don Juan Manuel



Various books with quotations, aphorisms and proverbs:

Offerings: Buddhist Wisdom for Every Day (Offerings for Humanity)

Doonesbury.com's The War in Quotes

Apronisms: Pocket Wisdom for Every Day

The Most Brilliant Thoughts of All Time (In Two Lines or Less)

The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations

101 French Proverbs

Everyday Positive Thinking

The Wise and Witty Quote Book: More than 2000 Quotes to Enlighten, Encourage, and Enjoy

The Proverbs Driven Life: Timeless Wisdom for Your Words, Work, Wealth, and Relationships

The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Word: Quotes - Titles - Poetry - Tips - Words

Positive Thinking Every Day: An Inspiration for Each Day of the Year

8,789 Words of Wisdom