Wisely, and slow. They stumble that run fast.
- William ShakespeareHear the words of prudence, give heed unto her counsels, and store them in thine heart; her maxims are universal, and all the virtues lean upon her; she is the guide and the mistress of human life
- AkhenatonPrudence is a rich ugly old maid courted by Incapacity.
- William BlakeThe prudence of the best heads is often defeated by the tenderness of the best hearts
- Henry FieldingPrudent people are very happy; `tis an exceeding fine thing, that`s certain, but I was born without it, and shall retain to my day of Death the Humour of saying what I think.
- Mary Worley MontaguI consider it a mark of great prudence in a man to abstain from threats or any contemptuous expressions, for neither of these weaken the enemy, but threats make him more cautious, and the other excites his hatred, and a desire to revenge himself
- Niccolo MachiavelliIf we continue to develop our technology without wisdom or prudence, our servant may prove to be our executioner.
- Omar BradleyGood nature without prudence, is foolishness
- ProverbIf a wise man behaves prudently, how can he be overcome by his enemies? Even a single man, by right action, can overcome a host of foes.
- Saskya Pandita