The virtuous man is never a novice in worldly things.
Every bird that upwards swings Bears the Cross upon its wings.
Genuine is the sorrow endured without anyone else knowing about it.
There is no glory in outstripping donkeys.
The swan murmurs sweet strains with a flattering tongue, itself the singer of its own dirge.
Service cannot be expected from a friend in service; let him be a freeman who wishes to be my master.