Of the bodies in the cosmos, some imitate mind and move in orbits; some imitate soul and move in a straight line, fire and air upward, earth and water downward.

Get good counsel before you begin; and when you have decided, act promptly.

In victory even the cowardly like to boast, while in adverse times even the brave are discredited.

Of the bodies in the cosmos, some imitate mind and move in orbits; some imitate soul and move in a straight line, fire and air upward, earth and water downward.

As the blessings of health and fortune have a beginning, so they must also find an end. Everything rises but to fall, and increases but to decay.

The poorest of men are the most useful to those seeking power.

Advise well before you begin, and when you have maturely considered, then act with promptitude.