Proverbial Wisdom

Express the idea behind each of these proverbs using different words as much as you can.

241. How hard it is for women to keep counsel.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Julius Caesar (Portia), Act II, Scene IV

242. It costs more to revenge injuries than to bear them.

Bishop Thomas Wilson (1663-1755)

Maxims, 303.

243. Who hears music, feels his solitude
Peopled at once.

Robert Browning (1812-1889)

Balaustion’s Adventure

244. Self-trust is the first secret of success.

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)

Success

245. What is aught, but as ’tis valued?

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Troilus and Cressida (Troilus), Act II, Scene II

246. He’s truly valiant, that can wisely suffer
The worst that men can breathe.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Timon of Athens (First Senator), Act III, Scene V