Adversity is wont to reveal genius, prosperity to hide it.
Stronger than thunder's winged force All-powerful gold can speed its course; Through watchful guards its passage make, And loves through solid walls to break.
The poet must put on the passion he wants to represent.
Be brief, that the mind may catch thy precepts, and the more easily retain them.
Death is the ultimate boundary of human matters.
Fire, if neglected, will soon gain strength.