Since, during storms, flames leap from the humid vapors and dark clouds emit deafening noises, is it surprising the lightning, when it strikes the ground, gives rise to truffles, which do not resemble plants?

The first evil those who are prone to talk suffer, is that they hear nothing.

Caesar's wife should be above suspicion.

...To the Dolphin alone, beyond all other, nature has granted what the best philosophers seek: friendship for no advantage

The talkative listen to no one, for they are ever speaking. And the first evil that attends those who know not to be silent is that they hear nothing.

The superstitious man wishes he did not believe in gods, as the atheist does not, but fears to disbelieve in them.

Character is inured habit.