Some, by admiring other men's virtues, become enemies to their own vices.
Hear much; speak little.
It becomes not a law-maker to be a law-breaker.
Monarch, thou wishest to cover thyself with glory; be the first to submit to the laws of thy empire.
Make wisdom your provision for the journey from youth to old age, for it is a more certain support than all other possessions.
The greatest misfortune of all is not to be able to bear misfortune.