Do as much as possible, and talk of yourself as little as possible

They envy the distinction I have won; let them therefore, envy my toils, my honesty, and the methods by which I gained it.

But at power or wealth, for the sake of which wars, and all kinds of strife, arise among mankind, we do not aim; we desire only our liberty, which no honorable man relinquishes but with his life.

In battle it is the cowards who run the most risk; bravery is a rampart of defense.

To have the same likes and dislikes, therein consists the firmest bond of friendship.

Before you act consider; when you have considered, tis fully time to act.

Fortune rules in all things, and advances and depresses things more out of her own will than right and justice.