Let no one think of me that I am humble or weak or passive; let them understand I am of a different kind: dangerous to my enemies, loyal to my friends. To such a life glory belongs.
I would rather die on my feet than live on my knees.
Nothing has more strength than dire necessity.
Both to the rich and poor, wine is the happy antidote for sorrow.
The God knows when to smile.
For no mortal ever attains to blessedness. One may be luckier than another when wealth flows his way, but blessed never.