It is but a small merit to observe silence, but it is a grave fault to speak of matters on which we should be silent.

Like fragile ice anger passes away in time.

Nations and empires flourish and decay, By turns command, and in their turns obey.

Occupy yourself, and you will be out of harm's way.

It is art to conceal art. -Ars est celare artem

While I am speaking the opportunity is lost.

Consider the misfortunes of others, and you will be the better able to bear your own.