It is a base thing for a man among the people not to obey those in command. Never in a state can the laws be well administered when fear does not stand firm.

All men make mistakes, but a good man yields when he knows his course is wrong, and repairs the evil. The only crime is pride.

There is no happiness where there is no wisdom; No wisdom but in submission to the gods. Big words are always punished, And proud men in old age learn to be wise.

If you are out of trouble, watch for danger.

Whoever thinks that he alone has speech, or possesses speech or mind above others, when unfolded such men are seen to be empty.

Enemies gifts are no gifts and do no good.

To give birth is a fearsome thing; there is no hating the child one has borne even when injured by it.