A person who is wise does nothing against their will, nothing with sighing or under coercion.
Before beginning, prepare carefully.
Fortune is not only blind herself, but blinds the people she has embraced.
Religion is not removed by removing superstition.
I know not any season of life that is past more agreeably than virtuous old age.
Study carefully, the character of the one you recommend, lest their misconduct bring you shame.