If you are poor now, Aemilianus, you will always be poor. Riches are now given to none but the rich.

There is nothing more revolting than an old busybody.

Be satisfied, and pleased with what thou art, Act cheerfully and well thou allotted part; Enjoy the present hour, be thankful for the past, And neither fear, nor wish, the approaches of the last.

Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.

Spare the person but lash the vice.

It is not he who forms idols in gold or marble that makes them gods, but he who kneels before them.

Neither fear your death's day nor long for it.