In quoting of books, quote such authors as are usually read; others you may read for your own satisfaction, but not name them. – John Selden
They that are against superstition oftentimes run into it of the wrong side. If I wear all colors but black, then I am superstitious in not wearing black. – John Selden
No man is the wiser for his learning; it may administer matter to work in, or objects to work upon; but wit and wisdom are born with a man. – John Selden
Of all actions of a man’s life, his marriage does least concern other people, yet of all actions of our life tis most meddled with by other people. – John Selden
A king is a thing men have made for their own sakes, for quietness sake. Just as in a family one man is appointed to buy the meat. – John Selden
Prayer should be short, without giving God Almighty reasons why he should grant this, or that; he knows best what is good for us. – John Selden
