The greatest misfortune of all is not to be able to bear misfortune.
The majority is wicked.
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.
What is man's greatest bane? His brother man alone.
Hear much; speak little.