Shorter is better: 

It's easy to remember, but abbreviations are simplifications. The map is not the territory. 

You can find deep insight in strange places. The following quotes are randomly collected from various traditions; if you prefer Asian wisdom, I suggest you check out the section on  Chinese Proverbs.  The sayings below contain rich meanings: fortune cookies for intellectuals.

Shorter is often better, but sometimes it is not: Fashion Check in Berlin, 1920.