The brave are born from the brave and good. In steers and in horses is to be found the excellence of their sire; nor do savage eagles produce a peaceful dove.

Dispel the cold, bounteously replenishing the hearth with logs.

Busy not yourself in looking forward to the events of to-morrow; but whatever may be those of the days Providence may yet assign you neglect not to turn them to advantage.

Undeservedly you will atone for the sins of your fathers.

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

I strive to be brief, and become obscure.

Who's started has half finished.