Young men are apt to think themselves wise enough, as drunken men are apt to think themselves sober enough. — Lord Chesterfield
A man must have a good share of wit himself to endure a great share of it in another. — Lord Chesterfield
Patience is the most necessary quality for business, many a man would rather you heard his story than grant his request. — Lord Chesterfield
Persist and persevere, and you will find most things that are attainable, possible. — Lord Chesterfield
Remember, as long as you live, that nothing but strict truth can carry you through the world — Lord Chesterfield
S*x: the pleasure is momentary, the position ridiculous, and the expense damnable. — Lord Chesterfield
Swift speedy time, feathered with flying hours, dissolves the beauty of the fairest brow. — Lord Chesterfield
The difference between a man of sense and a fop is that the fop values himself upon his dress; — Lord Chesterfield
In matters of religion and matrimony I never give any advice; because I will not have anybody’s — Lord Chesterfield
