Fortunate people often have very favorable beginnings and very tragic endings. What matters isn't being applauded when you arrive - for that is common - but being missed when you leave.

Share weight and woe, for misfortune falls with double force on him that stands alone.

The wise have a solid sense of silence and the ability to keep a storehouse of secrets. Their capacity and character are respected.

Don't take the wrong side of an argument just because your opponent has taken the right side.

Maturity of mind is best shown in slow belief.

Few are the friends of a mans self, most those of his circumstances.

There is no desert like being friendless.