Virtue Is The Only And True Nobility.

Of What Use Are Pedigrees, Or To Be Thought Of Noble Blood, Or The Display Of Family Portraits, O Ponticus?

Common Sense Among Men Of Fortune Is Rare.

Majestic Mighty Wealth Is The Holiest Of Our Gods.

The Traveler Without Money Will Sing Before The Robber. [lat., Cantabit Vacuus Coram Latrone Viator.]

Give Up All Hope Of Peace So Long As Your Mother-in-law Is Alive.