I would not exchange my life of ease and quiet for the riches of Arabia.
Half is done when the beginning is done.
Even virtue followed beyond reason's rule May stamp the just man knave, the sage a fool.
For everything divine and human, virtue, fame, and honor, now obey the alluring influence of riches.
You will live wisely if you are happy in your lot.
Pale death knocks with impartial foot at poor men's hovels and king's palaces.