Most powerful is he who has himself in his own power.

There is none made so great, but he may both need the help and service, and stand in fear of the power and unkindness, even of the meanest of mortals.

Religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by the rulers as useful.

Consult your friend on all things, especially on those which respect yourself. His counsel may then be useful where your own self-love might impair your judgment.

The display of grief makes more demands than grief itself. How few men are sad in their own company.