And for yourself, may the gods grant you your heart's desire, a husband and a home, and the blessing of a harmonious life. For nothing is greater or finer than this, when a man and woman live together with one hear and mind, bringing joy to their friends and grief to their foes.

Uncontrollable laughter arose among the blessed gods.

Is he not sacred, even to the gods, the wandering man who comes in weariness?

Heaven hears and pities hapless men like me, For sacred ev'n to gods is misery.

For a friend with an understanding heart is worth no less than a brother

One rogue leads another.

A councilor ought not to sleep the whole night through, a man to whom the populace is entrusted, and who has many responsibilities.