Ausonius must be read to be believed! As poet, no subject is too trivial for him; as courtier, no flattery too excessive.

Begin: To have commenced is half the deed. Half yet remains; Begin again on this and thou wilt finish all.

Begin whatever you have to do: the beginning of a work stands for the whole.

Be not arrogant when fortune smiles, or dejected when she frowns.

Let the blacksmith wear the chains he has himself made.

If you are dreaded by many then beware of many.

If lucky be not proud; if unlucky, do not despond.