Inspirational Quotes, Motivational Sayings, and Wise Words for Daily Inspiration

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Our very best friends have a tincture of jealousy even in their friendship; and when they hear us praised by others, will ascribe it to sinister and interested motives if they can.

Charles Caleb Colton's Popular Quotes

It is better to have wisdom without learning than learning without wisdom.

- Charles Caleb Colton

A fool is often as dangerous to deal with as a knave, and always more incorrigible.

- Charles Caleb Colton

Sometimes the greatest adversities turn out to be the greatest blessings.

- Charles Caleb Colton

True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it is lost.

- Charles Caleb Colton

A hug is worth a thousand words.

- Charles Caleb Colton

For one man who sincerely pities our misfortunes, there are a thousand who sincerely hate our success.

- Charles Caleb Colton

It is best, if possible, to deceive no one; for he that ... begins by deceiving others, will end ... by deceiving himself.

- Charles Caleb Colton

If merited, no courage can stand against its just indignation.

- Charles Caleb Colton

Silence is less injurious than a weak reply.

- Charles Caleb Colton