Persevere in virtue and diligence.

The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.

...war is just to those for whom it is necessary, and arms are clear of impiety for those who have no hope left but in arms.

Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.

In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.

Nothing is so uncertain or unpredictable as the feelings of a crowd.

Valor is the soldier's adornment.