Virtuosi have been long remarked to have little conscience in their favorite pursuits. A man will steal a rarity who would cut off his hand rather than take the money it is worth. Yet, in fact, the crime is the same.

In adversity be spirited and firm, and with equal prudence lessen your sail when filled with a too fortunate gale of prosperity.

Who knows if the gods above will add tomorrow's span to this day's sum?

We set up harsh and unkind rules against ourselves. No one is born without faults. That man is best who has fewest.

He is not poor who has a competency.

Content with his past life, let him take leave of life like a satiated guest.

Anger is a momentary madness, so control your passion or it will control you.