Do not mistake the rule of force for true power. Men are not shaped by force.
Those who have not, and live in want, are a menace, Ridden with envy and fooled by demagogues.
Waste no tears over the griefs of yesterday.
Gods should not resemble men in their anger!
Since we are mortal, friendships are best kept to a moderate level, rather than sharing the very depths of our souls.
Silver and gold are not the only coin; virtue too passes current all over the world.