Bonds and the pangs of hunger are excellent prophet doctors for the wits.

I willingly speak to those who know, but for those who do not know I forget.

Everyone is ready to speak ill of a stranger.

But let the good prevail.

Ares gives his verdict without witnesses.

Fear hurries on my tongue through want of courage.

Death is easier than a wretched life; and better never to have born than to live and fare badly.