For this I see, that we, all we that live, Are but vain shadows, unsubstantial dreams.
Whatever God has brought about Is to be borne with courage.
There is an ancient saying, famous among men, that thou shouldst not judge fully of a man's life before he dieth, whether it should be called blest or wretched.
Rather fail with honor than succeed by fraud.
Success is dependant on effort.
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.