It is often better not to see an insult than to avenge it.

Virtue needs a director and guide. Vice can be learned even without a teacher.

There is no grace in a benefit that sticks to the fingers.

That which takes effect by chance is not an art.

While we wait for life, life passes

There's one blessing only, the source and cornerstone of beatitude: confidence in self.

Constant exposure to dangers will breed contempt for them.