Half of today is better than all of tomorrow.
We are never content with our lot.
Anyone entrusted with power will abuse it if not also animated with the love of truth and virtue, no matter whether he be a prince, or one of the people.
He knoweth the universe, and himself he knoweth not.
We love good looks rather than what is practical, Though good looks may prove destructive.
Even if misfortune is only good for bringing a fool to his senses, it would still be just to deem it good for something.