One must pass through the circumference of time before arriving at the center of opportunity.

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

Friendship multiplies blessings and...soothes the soul.

Without courage, wisdom bears no fruit.

Possession hinders enjoyment. It merely gives you the right to keep things for or from others, and thus you gain more enemies than friends.

Be known for pleasing others, especially if you govern them. Ruling other has one advantage: you can do more good than anyone else.

Nature scarcely ever gives us the very best; for that we must have recourse to art.