My reason, it's true, controls my feelings, but whatever its authority, it doesn't rule them so much as tyrannize them.

Good fortune leads one to the highest glory, But to renounce it calls for equal courage.

How much must I overcome before I triumph?

Guess if you can, choose if you dare.

Those who resolve to conquer or die, are rarely conquered.

Among wellborn spirits courage does not depend on age.

Rome, if you do not wish me to betray you, make enemies that I can hate!