It is the merit of a general to impart good news, and to conceal the truth.

No treaty is ever an impediment to a cheat.

Time alone reveals the just man, but you might discern a bad man in a single day.

Quick decisions are unsafe decisions.

Wisdom outweighs any wealth.

If you were to offer a thirsty man all wisdom, you would not please him more than if you gave him a drink.

If you have done terrible things, you must endure terrible things; for thus the sacred light of injustice shines bright.

Money is the worst currency that ever grew among mankind. This sacks cities, this drives men from their homes, this teaches and corrupts the worthiest minds to turn base deeds.

It is the task of a good man to help those in misfortune.

To him who is in fear everything rustles.