A good disposition I far prefer to gold; for gold is the gift of fortune; goodness of disposition is the gift of nature. I prefer much rather to be called good than fortunate.
Unexpected results are the rule rather than the exception.
Good courage in a bad affair is half of the evil overcome.
Ones oldest friend is the best.
Flame is very near to smoke.
It is not fair to treat as serious that which is only said in joke.