There is no useful thing which may not be turned to an injurious purpose.

Eurydice, dying now a second time, uttered no complaint against her husband. What was there to complain of, but that she had been loved?

For in this strange anatomy we wear, the head has greater powers than the hand; the spirit, heart, and mind are over all.

To be thoroughly imbued, with the liberal arts refines the manners, and makes men to be mild and gentle in their conduct.

The gift derives its value from the rank of the giver.

One does not yearn for that which is easily acquired.

Those presents are the most acceptable which are enhanced by our regard for the donor.