One who was abhorred by all in prosperity is adored by all in adversity.
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.
The envious die not once, but as oft as the envied win applause.
Not he that adorns but he that adores makes a divinity.
The best remedy for disturbances is to let them run their course, for so they quiet down.
A man of honour should never forget what he is because he sees what others are.