Know what is evil, no matter how worshipped it may be. Let the man of sense not mistake it, even when clothed in brocade, or at times crowned in gold, because it cannot thereby hide its hypocrisy, for slavery does not lose its infamy, however noble the master.

They make the greatest show of what they have done, who have done least.

Chance has something to say, even how to write a good letter.

Many have had their greatness made for them by their enemies.

Always act as if you were seen.

Do not make mistakes about character. Better be cheated in the price than in the quality of goods.

Luck can be assisted. It is not all chance with the wise.