Nowadays nothing but money counts: a fortune brings honors, friendships, the poor man everywhere lies low.
Pure women are only those who have not been asked.
I am above being injured by fortune, though she steals away much, more will remain with me. The blessing I now enjoy transcend fear.
The man who has experienced shipwreck shudders even at a calm sea.
Dripping water hollows out a stone
Take the advice of light when you're looking at linens or jewels; Looking at faces or forms, take the advice of the day.