In anger we should refrain both from speech and action.

Do not talk a little on many subjects, but much on a few.

You should make great things, not promising great things.

Many words befall men, mean and noble alike; do not be astonished by them, nor allow yourself to be constrained.

most men and women, by birth or nature, lack the means to advance in wealth or power, but all have the ability to advance in knowledge.

Respect gods before demigods, heroes before men, and first among men your parents; but respect yourself most of all.

Salt is born of the purest parents: the sun and the sea.