Share Weight And Woe, For Misfortune Falls

Most Do Violence To Their Natural Aptitude, And Thus Attain Superiority In Nothing.

Those Who Insist On The Dignity Of Their Office Show They Have Not Deserved It.

Excellence Resides In Quality, Not In Quantity. The Best Is Always Few And Rare; Much Lowers Value.

Do Not Be Held A Cheat, Even Though It Is Impossible To Live Today Without Being One. Let Your Greatest Cunning Lie In Covering Up What Looks Like Cunning.

A Single Lie Destroys A Whole Reputation For Integrity.