For a thing to remain undone nothing more is needed than to think of it done.

The sage never seems to know his own merits, for only by not noticing them can you call others' attention to them.

Lies always come first, dragging fools along by their irreparable vulgarity. Truth always lags last, limping along on the arm of time.

Know the great men of your age.

Some are satisfied to stand politely before the portals of Fortune and to await her bidding; better those who push forward, who employ their enterprise, who on the wings of their worth and valor seek to embrace luck, and to effectively gain her favor.

Do pleasant things yourself, but unpleasant things through others.

A beautiful woman should break her mirror early.