A true friend is distinguished in the crisis of hazard and necessity; when the gallantry of his aid may show the worth of his soul and the loyalty of his heart.

A true friend is a friend when in difficulty

He hath freedom whoso beareth a clean and constant heart within.

To open his lips is crime in a plain citizen.

A true friend is tested in adversity.

The Roman state stands by ancient customs, and its manhood.

The victor is not victorious if the vanquished does not consider himself so