The years as they pass plunder us of one thing after another.

Conquered Greece took captive her savage conqueror and brought her arts into rustic Latium.

At times the world sees straight, but many times the world goes astray.

To have a great man for an intimate friend seems pleasant to those who have never tried it; those who have, fear it.

It is your concern when your neighbor's wall is on fire.

Look round and round the man you recommend, for yours will be the shame should he offend.

Once a word has been allowed to escape, it cannot be recalled.

He who feared that he would not succeed sat still.

For joys fall not to the rich alone, nor has he lived ill, who from birth to death has passed unknown.

He is not poor who has enough of things to use. If it is well with your belly, chest and feet, the wealth of kings can give you nothing more.