Francis Bacon Quotes

English - Philosopher | January 22, 1561 - April 9, 1626

The subtlety of nature is greater many times over than the subtlety of the senses and understanding.

Francis Bacon

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But men must know, that in this theatre of man's life it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers on.

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Beauty itself is but the sensible image of the Infinite.

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Who questions much, shall learn much, and retain much.

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Science is but an image of the truth.

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If a man will begin with certainties, he shall end in doubts, but if he will content to begin with doubts, he shall end in certainties.

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Friendship increases in visiting friends, but in visiting them seldom.

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In taking revenge, a man is but even with his enemy; but in passing it over, he is superior.

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Good fame is like fire; when you have kindled you may easily preserve it; but if you extinguish it, you will not easily kindle it again.

Francis Bacon

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Judges ought to be more leaned than witty, more reverent than plausible, and more advised than confident. Above all things, integrity is their portion and proper virtue.

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People usually think according to their inclinations, speak according to their learning and ingrained opinions, but generally act according to custom.

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Prosperity is the blessing of the Old Testament; adversity is the blessing of the New.

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