Man must be prepared for every event of life, for there is nothing that is durable.

There is but one genuine love potion - consideration.

Know thyself means this, that you get acquainted with what you know, and what you can do.

There are many wild beasts on land and in the sea, but the beastliest of all is woman.

Why should he who is scared be careful?

Let bravery be thy choice, but not bravado.

At times discretion should be thrown aside, and with the foolish we should play the fool.