It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.
Men in general are quick to believe that which they wish to be true.
Men gladly believe what they wish. -Libenter homines id quod volunt credunt
I have lived long enough both in years and in accomplishments.
No one is so brave that he is not disturbed by something unexpected.
Cowards die many times before their actual deaths.