Do not consider it proof just because it is written in books, for a liar who will deceive with his tongue will not hesitate to do the same with his pen.

It is of great advantage that man should know his station, and not imagine that the whole universe exists only for him.

Let nothing which can be treated by diet be treated by other means.

A small amount of wine such as three or four glasses is of benefit for the preservation of the health of human beings and an excellent remedy for most illnesses.

Truth does not become more true by virtue of the fact that the entire world agrees with it, nor less so even if the whole world disagrees with it.

I will destroy my enemies by converting them to friends.

Anticipate charity by preventing poverty.