Be sure, either that thou art stronger than thine enemy, or that thou hast a swifter pair of heels.
Riches are intended for the comfort of life, and not life for the purpose of hoarding riches.
An enemy to whom you show kindness becomes your friend.
You who feel no pain at the suffering of others It is not fitting for you to be called human.
The wise man tells not what he knows. It is not prudent to sport with one's head by revealing the king's secrets.
I have often found a small stream at its fountain-head, that, when followed up, carried away the camel with his load.