How terrible it is to have wisdom when it does not benefit those who have it.
Whoe'er imagines prudence all his own, Or deems that he hath powers to speak and judge Such as none other hath, when they are known, They are found shallow.
Those whose life is long still strive for gain, and for all mortals all things take second place to money.
Afterthought makes the first resolve a liar.
Men should pledge themselves to nothing; for reflection makes a liar of their resolution.
Not even old age knows how to love death.