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 .

In the make-up of human beings, intelligence counts for more than our hands, and that is our true strength.

Everyone's a millionaire where promises are concerned.

Meet the disorder in the outset, the medicine may be too late, when the disease has gained ground through delay.

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

Alas! how difficult it is not to betray one's guilt by one's looks.

The mind ill at ease, the body suffers also.