He who thinks that the lives of Priam and of Nestor were long is much deceived and mistaken. Life consists not in living, but in enjoying health.
There is nothing more contemptible than a bald man who pretends to have hair.
Be not too thick with anybody; your joys will be fewer, and so will pains.
What quick wit is found in sudden straits!
He truly sorrows who sorrows unseen.
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.