“In times of difficulty friendship is on trial.”

“It is easier to talk than to hold one's tongue.”

“The net of the sleeper catches fish.”

“When the gods are angry with a man they give him what he asks for.”

“He who would be happy should stay at home.”

“He who would be happy should stay at home.”

“We must endure what fortune sends.”

“He who would be happy should stay at home.”

“Gray hair is a sign of age not of wisdom.”

“If deeds are wanting all words appear mere vanity and emptiness.”

“The beginning is half of every action.”