We Can Endure Neither Our Vices Nor

It Is Easy At Any Moment To Resign The Possession Of A Great Fortune; To Acquire It Is Difficult And Arduous

Events Of Great Consequence Often Spring From Trifling Circumstances.

Fame Opportunely Despised Often Comes Back Redoubled.

It Is When Fortune Is The Most Propitious That She Is Least To Be Trusted.

A Certain Peace Is Better And Safer Than A Victory In Prospect; The Former Is At Your Own Disposal, The Latter Depends Upon The Gods.