Tis hard to fight with anger, but the prudent man keeps it under control.
The pride of youth is in strength and beauty, the pride of old age is in discretion.
Our sins are more easily remembered than our good deeds.
Modesty is the citadel of beauty.
To err is human. (Errare Humanum Est)
Ignorance of certain subjects is a great part of wisdom.
Dignity and love do not blend well, nor do they continue long together.
Use what talents you possess: the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best.