The best skill at cards is knowing when to discard.
Wisdom and courage make mutual contributions to greatness.
Never open the door to a lesser evil, for other and greater ones invariably slink in after it.
Fortune soon tires of carrying anyone long on her shoulders.
Many get the repute of being witty but thereby lose the credit of being sensible. Jest has its little hour, seriousness should have all the rest.
Respect yourself if you would have others respect you.