Oscar's bon mots! (10 Favorites)

–I think that God in creating Man somewhat overestimated his ability.

-- When the gods wish to punish us, they answer our prayers.

-- A man cannot be too careful in the choice of his enemies. I have not got one who is a fool. They are all men of some intellectual power, and consequently they all appreciate me.

-- The only thing to do with good advice is pass it on.

-- There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.

-- I can resist anything except temptation.

-- A good friend will always stab you in the front.

--  In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing.

-- Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.

-- Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.

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[Cindy Hochman]

As a copy editor by trade, I am partial to this one:

“I have spent most of the day putting in a comma and the rest of the day taking it out.” ― Oscar Wilde.

Good Shabbos,
Cindy Hochman