Envy feeds on the living, after death it rests, then the honor of a man protects him.

All things change, nothing is extinguished. There is nothing in the whole world which is permanent. Everything flows onward; all things are brought into being with a changing nature; the ages themselves glide by in constant movement.

At times it is folly to hasten at other times, to delay. The wise do everything in its proper time.

Thus I am not able to exist either with you or without you; and I seem not to know my own wishes.

Be patient and tough; someday this pain will be useful to you.

Keep thy hook always baited, for a fish lurks even in the most unlikely swim.

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