Be not too hasty either with praise or blame; speak always as though you were giving evidence before the judgement-seat of the Gods.
Slavery holds few men fast; the greater number hold fast their slavery.
Night brings our troubles to the light, rather than banishes them.
That grief is light which can take counsel.
No one can keep a mask on long.
If wisdom were offered me with this restriction, that I should keep it close and not communicate it, I would refuse the gift.