Not to be born surpasses all reckoning. The next best thing by far, when one has been born is to go back as swiftly as possible whence one came.

An enemy's gift is ruinous and no gift.

Don't you know that silence supports the accuser's charge?

A trifle is often pregnant with high importance; the prudent man neglects no circumstance.

Count no mortal fortunate till he has departed this life free from pain.

Troubles hurt the most when they prove self-inflicted.

Success is dependant on effort.