Quotes about Olderness by Francis Bacon

Francis Bacon English Philosopher

I will never be an old man. To me, old age is always 15 years older than I am.

Quote by Francis Bacon about olderness

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

Quote by Francis Bacon about olderness

Wives are young men's mistresses, companions for middle age, and old men's nurses.

Quote by Francis Bacon about olderness

Age appears to be best in four things; old wood best to burn, old wine to drink, old friends to trust, and old authors to read.

Quote by Francis Bacon about olderness