Be brief, that the mind may catch thy precepts, and the more easily retain them.

That man scorches with his brightness, who overpowers inferior capacities, yet he shall be revered when dead.

Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero'Snatch at today and trust as little as you can in tomorrow' - (Odes) Often translated as 'Seize the day'.

Shun to seek what is hid in the womb of the morrow, and set down as gain in life's ledger whatever time fate shall have granted thee.

Carpe diem! Rejoice while you are alive; enjoy the day; live life to the fullest; make the most of what you have. It is later than you think.

Dismiss the old horse in good time, lest he fail in the lists and the spectators laugh.

Whoever cultivates the golden mean avoids both the poverty of a hovel and the envy of a palace.