It requires as much to tell the truth as to conceal it.

What is not seen is as if it was not. Even the Right does not receive proper consideration if it does not seem right.

Know how to ask. There is nothing more difficult for some people, nor for others, easier.

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

You can cultivate taste, as you can the intellect. Full understanding whets the appetite and desire, and, later, sharpens the enjoyment of possession.

Admiration is the basis of ignorance.

Wise men appreciate all men, for they see the good in each and know how hard it is to make anything good.