"If a man cannot control his temper, how much less can he control others?" ~~ (adapted from) Ibn Gabirol
"To seek wisdom in old age is like a mark in the sand; to seek wisdom in youth is like an inscription on stone." ~~ Ibn Gabirol
"As the length of a tree’s branches depend on its roots, so right words depend on a man’s good sense." ~~ Ibn Gabirol
"You may regret your silence once, but you will regret your speech twice." ~~ Ibn Gabirol
"A man’s ear belongs to himself; his tongue belongs to others." ~~ Ibn Gabirol
"You may regret your silence once, but you will regret your talk twice." ~~ Ibn Gabirol
"If you bring suspicion on yourself, don’t condemn anyone who thinks ill of you." ~~ Ibn Gabirol