If they are just, they are better than clever.
Rather throw away that which is dearest to you, your own life, than turn away a good friend.
Money is the worst currency that ever grew among mankind. This sacks cities, this drives men from their homes, this teaches and corrupts the worthiest minds to turn base deeds.
The gods plant reason in mankind, of all good gifts the highest.
The truth is always the strongest argument.
It can be no dishonor to learn from others when they speak good sense.