Conceal a flaw, and the world will imagine the worst.
It is folly to waste labour about trifles.
There is no glory in otustripping donkeys.
Do you ask why I am unwilling to marry a rich wife? It is because I am unwilling to be taken to husband by my wife. The mistress of the house should be subordinate to her husband, for in no other way, Priscus, will the wife and husband be on an equality.
Be cheerful, if you are wise.
It is not he who forms idols in gold or marble that makes them gods, but he who kneels before them.