Giving is good, but taking is bad and brings death.
Acquisition means life to miserable mortals.
The gods being always close to men perceive those who afflict others with unjust devices and do not fear the wrath of heaven.
When you deal with your brother, be pleasant, but get a witness.
Man's chiefest treasure is a sparing tongue.
Admire a small ship, but put your freight in a large one; for the larger the load, the greater will be the profit upon profit.