To have properly studied the liberal sciences gives a polish to our manners, and removes all awkwardness.

We must improve our time; time goes with rapid foot.

When all the other animals, downcast looked upon the earth, he [Prometheus] gave a face raised on high to man, and commanded him to see the sky and raise his high eyes to the stars.

All things human hang by a slender thread; and that which seemed to stand strong suddenly falls and sinks in ruins.

I am above being injured by fortune, though she steals away much, more will remain with me. The blessing I now enjoy transcend fear.

A thousand ills require a thousand cures.

To give requires good sense.