Where wisdom is called for, force is of little use.
Circumstances rule men; men do not rule circumstances.
We have two useless gods who never leave our island, but like to dwell in it constantly, Poverty and Helplessness.
Force has no place where there is need of skill.
When a woman removes her garment, she also removes the respect that is hers.
The most hateful human misfortune is for a wise man to have no influence.