It is impossible to live without brains, either one's own or borrowed.

One who was abhorred by all in prosperity is adored by all in adversity.

When desire dies, fear is born.

A man is judged by his friends, for the wise and the foolish have never agreed.

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.

Character and intelligence are the poles you talent spins on, displaying your gifts.

All victories breed, and that over your superior is foolish or fatal.