The truth is generally seen, rarely heard.

True knowledge lies in knowing how to live.

Even monarchs have need of authors, and fear their pens more than ugly women the painter's pencil.

All men are idolators, some of fame, others of self-interest, most of pleasure.

When you counsel someone, you should appear to be reminding him of something he had forgotten, not of the light he was unable to see.

No' and 'Yes' are words quickly said, but they need a great amount of thought before you utter them.

Attain and maintain a reputation, for it is the usufruct of fame. A stiff climb, for it is the issue of excellence, as rare as mediocrity is common.