What is now an act of reason, was but blind impulse.
It's useful that there should be Gods, so let's believe there are.
Either do not attempt at all or go through with it.
Our neighbour's crop is always more fruitful and his cattle produce more milk than our own.
He, who is not prepared today, will be less so tomorrow.
I am above being injured by fortune, though she steals away much, more will remain with me. The blessing I now enjoy transcend fear.