Precepts are the rules by which we ought to square our lives. When they are contracted into sentences, they strike the affections; whereas admonition is only blowing of the coal.

We sought therefore to amend our will, and not to suffer it through despite to languish long time in error.

He who tenders doubtful safety to those in trouble refuses it.

It is the characteristic of a weak and diseased mind to fear the unfamiliar.

We often want one thing and pray for another, not telling the truth even to the gods.

Loyalty is the holiest good in the human heart.

Men learn while they teach.