Begin thus from the first act, and proceed; and, in conclusion, at the ill which thou hast done, be troubled, and rejoice for the good.

Do not even think of doing what ought not to be done.

Wealth is a weak anchor, and glory cannot support a man; this is the law of God, that virtue only is firm, and cannot be shaken by a tempest.

Thought is an Idea in transit, which when once released, never can be lured back, nor the spoken word recalled.

In anger we should refrain both from speech and action.

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

Declining from the public ways, walk in unfrequented paths.