A bird which eats berries can be caught, but not a bird that eats wood.

A brave man who climbs trees is food for their roots.

In a very old tree, you may be certain that the sapwood is on the outside, while the heartwood is in the middle.

Let someone else acknowledge your virtues.

Many stars cannot be concealed by a small cloud.

Only the foolish visit the land of the cannibals.

Persist as resolutely as you persist in eating.

The block of wood should not dictate to the carver.

The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church.

The more you ask how much longer it will take, the longer the journey seems.