Discretion Quotes for Whatsapp and Facebook Status
Nothing is more dangerous than a friend without discretion; even a prudent enemy is preferable.
Jean de la Fontaine (1621-1695)
As a jewel of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.
Bible, Proverbs
A closed mouth catches no flies.
Italian proverb
What is called discretion in men is called cunning in animals.
Jean de la Fontaine (1621-1695) French poet, fabulist
A wise man sees as much as he ought, not as much as he can.
Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) French essayist
Be wiser than other people, if you can, but do not tell them so.
Lord Chesterfield (1694-1773) English statesman, man of letters
He that has a secret should not only hide it, but hide that he has it to hide.
Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) Scottish author
When the strong command, obedience is best.
Sir Henry Newbolt (1862-1938) British poet
Not right out, but stealthily, like a parson’s damn.
