There is no greater glory that can befall a man that what he achieves with the speed of his feet or the strength of his hands.
So it is that the gods do not give all men gifts of grace - neither good looks nor intelligence nor eloquence.
Modesty is of no use to a beggar.
There is nothing worse for mortals than a wandering life.
Sweet sleep fell upon his eyelids, unwakeful, most pleasant, the nearest like death.
It is not possible to fight beyond your strength, even if you strive.