The Art of Worldly Wisdom(92)

Transcendent Wisdom. I mean in everything. An ounce of wisdom is worth more than a ton of  cleverness is the first and highest rule of all deeds and words, the more necessary to be followed the higher and more numerous our posts. It is the only sure way, though it may not gain so much applause. The reputation for wisdom is the last triumph of fame. It is enough if you satisfy the wise, for their judgment is the touchstone of true success.