Sydney Smith (3 June 1771 – 22 February 1845) was an English wit, writer and Anglican cleric.
Do not try to push your way through to the front ranks of your profession; do not run after distinctions and rewards; but do your utmost to find an entry into the world of beauty. Use this quote
A great deal of talent is lost to the world for want of a little courage. Every day sends to their graves obscure men whose timidity prevented them from making a first effort. Use this quote
Have the courage to be ignorant of a great number of things, in order to avoid the calamity of being ignorant of everything. Use this quote
Madam, I have been looking for a person who disliked gravy all my life; let us swear eternal friendship. Use this quote
Life is to be fortified by many friendships. To love and to be loved is the greatest happiness of existence. Use this quote
A comfortable house is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience. Use this quote
Marriage resembles a pair of shears, so joined that they cannot be separated; often moving in opposite directions, yet always punishing anyone who comes between them. Use this quote
Whatever you are by nature, keep to it; never desert your line of talent. Be what nature intended you for, and you will succeed. Use this quote
Manners are like the shadows of virtues, they are the momentary display of those qualities which our fellow creatures love and respect. Use this quote
What a pity it is that we have no amusements in England but vice and religion! Use this quote
