Unexpected results are the rule rather than the exception.
Every one can remember that which has interested himself.
It is customary these days to ignore what should be done in favour of what pleases us.
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.
Give assistance, and receive thanks lighter than a feather: injure a man, and his wrath will be like lead.
The day, water, sun, moon, night - I do not have to purchase these things with money.