There is nothing in the whole world which abides. All things are in a state of ebb and flow, and every shadow passes away. Even time itself, like a river, is constantly gliding away .

Majesty and love do not well agree, nor do they live together.

Beauty is a frail good.

What is allowed us is disagreeable, what is denied us causes us intense desire.

Let love give way to business; give attention to business and you will be safe.

We always strive after what is forbidden, and desire the things refused us.

When the heart is sick it cannot bear the slightest annoyance.