In peace sons bury fathers, but war violates the order of nature, and fathers bury sons.
The worst pain a man can have is to know much and be impotent to act.
It is better to be envied than pitied.
Those who are guided by reason are generally successful in their plans; those who are rash and precipitate seldom enjoy the favour of the gods.
When life is so burdensome death has become a sought after refuge.
Where wisdom is called for, force is of little use.