If you confer a benefit, never remember it; if you receive one, never forget it.
When strong, be merciful, if you would have the respect, not the fear of your neighbors.
The tongue should not be suffered to outrun the mind.
A youthful age is desirable, but aged youth is troublesome and grievous.
What is difficult? To keep a secret, to employ leisure well, to be able to bear an injury.
Do not let one's tongue outrun one's sense.