What we look for does not come to pass; God finds a way for what none foresaw.

The best prophet is common sense, our native wit.

The lucky person passes for a genius.

Since luck's a nine days' wonder, wait their end.

Silver and gold are not the only coin; virtue too passes current all over the world.

We must believe in the gods no longer if injustice is to prevail over justice.

The daughters of Sparta are never at home! They mingle with the young men in wrestling matches.