There are lessons to be learned from a stupid man.
I am not bound over to swear allegiance to any master; where the storm drives me I turn in for shelter.
Even play has ended in fierce strife and anger.
Live mindful of how brief your life is.
In adversity be spirited and firm, and with equal prudence lessen your sail when filled with a too fortunate gale of prosperity.
Ridicule is often employed with more power and success than severity.