That knave preserves the pearl in his purse who considers all people purse-cuts.

He who, when he hath the power, doeth not good, when he loses the means will suffer distress. There is not a more unfortunate wretch than the oppressor; for in the day of adversity nobody is his friend.

He taught people with his best way. He showed his beauty. He was all good so peace be on him and his family.

It is better to break off a thousand friendships, than to endure the sight of a single enemy.

Roam abroad in the world, and take thy fill of its enjoyments before the day shall come when thou must quit it for good.

To the eye of enmity virtue appears the ugliest blemish.

Shut the door of that house of pleasure which you hear resounding with the loud voice of a woman.