Let me tell you I am better acquainted with you for a long absence, as men are with themselves for a long affliction: absence does but hold off a friend, to make one see him the truer.

All human things hang on a slender thread, the strongest fall with a sudden crash.

In prosperity you may count on many friends; if the sky becomes overcast you will be alone.

Do not lay on the multitude the blame that is due to a few.

In an easy cause anyone can be eloquent; the slightest strength is enough to break what is already shattered.

So long as you are secure you will count many friends; if your life becomes clouded you will be alone.

The result proves the wisdom of the act.