Think to yourself that every day is your last; the hour to which you do not look forward will come as a welcome surprise.

Whither, O god of wine, art thou hurrying me, whilst under thy all-powerful influence?

Get money first; virtue comes after.

Choose a subject equal to your abilities; think carefully what your shoulders may refuse, and what they are capable of bearing.

Take heed lest you stumble.

Mingle a little folly with your wisdom; a little nonsense now and then is pleasant. [Lat., Misce stultitiam consiliis brevem: Dulce est desipere in loco.

All else-valor, a good name, glory, everything in heaven and earth-is secondary to the charm of riches.