Those things please more, which are more expensive.
The act of God injures no one.
Now that no one buys our votes, the public has long since cast off its cares; for the people that once bestowed commands, consulships, legions, and all else, now meddles no more and longs eagerly for just two things - bread and circuses.
Avarice increases with the increasing pile of gold.
Nothing is more intolerable than a wealthy woman.
Be rich for yourself and poor to your friends.