There is as much confusion in the world of the gods as in ours.

I think that fortune watcheth o'er our lives, surer than we. But well said: he who strives will find his goals strive for him equally.

Events will take their course, it is no good of being angry at them; he is happiest who wisely turns them to the best account.

Whoso neglects learning in his youth, loses the past and is dead for the future.

One does nothing who tries to console a despondent person with word. A friend is one who aids with deeds at a critical time when deeds are called for.

The same man cannot well be skilled in everything; each has his special excellence.

Try first thyself, and after call in God; For to the worker God himself lends aid.