You are judged of by what you possess.
There is a fault common to all singers. When they're among friends and are asked to sing they don't want to, and when they're not asked to sing they never stop.
Don't carry logs into the forest.
It makes a great difference whether Davus or a hero speaks.
Enjoy in happiness the pleasures which each hour brings with it.
Think to yourself that every day is your last; the hour to which you do not look forward will come as a welcome surprise.