He who learns, and makes no use of his learning, is a beast of burden with a load of books. Does the ass comprehend whether he carries on his back a library or a bundle of faggots?

The sons of Adam are formed from dust; if not humble as the dust, they fall short of being men.

Whoever recounts to you the faults of your neighbour will doubtless expose your defects to others.

A man is insensible to the relish of prosperity until he has tasted adversity.

Great God, have pity on the wicked, for thou didst everything for the good, when thou madest them good!

An enemy to whom you show kindness becomes your friend.

If thou covetest riches, ask not but for contentment, which is an immense treasure.