The greater a man is in power above others, the more he ought to excel them in virtue. None ought to govern who is not better than the governed.

It is well not to lend too easy an ear to accusations.

Why do we not hear the truth? Because we do not speak it.

Look for a tough wedge for a tough log.

No pleasure lasts long unless there is variety in it.

Death laughs when old women frolic.

Admonish your friends privately, but praise them openly.