1609-1676, British Judge
Talk well of the absent whenever you have the opportunity.
Sir Matthew Hale – [Absence]


The more business one has, the more you are able to accomplish, for you learn to economize your time.
Sir Matthew Hale – [Business]


The vanity of loving fine clothes and new fashion, and placing value on ourselves by them is one of the most childish pieces of folly.
Sir Matthew Hale – [Vanity]