Often the wicked prosper, while the righteous starve; yet I would never exchange my state for theirs, my virtue for their gold. For mine endures, while riches change their owner every day.

True blessedness consisteth in a good life and a happy death.

What thou seest, speak of with caution.

Learn to obey before you command.

In giving advice seek to help, not to please, your friend.

Laws are like spider's webs: If some poor weak creature comes up against them, it is caught; but a big one can break through and get away.

Honors achieved far exceed those that are created.