This was the Athenians' war against the King of Macedon, a war of words. Words are the only weapons the Athenians have left.

The result showed that fortune helps the brave.

It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.

Wit is the flower of the imagination.

Haste is blind and improvident.

Envy is blind, and is only clever in depreciating the virtues of others.

An honor prudently declined often returns with increased luster.