All things may corrupt when minds are prone to evil.

As for courage and will - we cannot measure how much of each lies within us, we can only trust there will be sufficient to carry through trials which may lie ahead.

By faithful study of the nobler arts, our nature's softened, and more gentle grows.

Chance is always powerful. Let your hook be always cast; in the pool where you least expect it, there will be a fish.

Dignity and love do not blend well, nor do they continue long together.

Everything comes gradually and at its appointed hour.

Gifts, believe me, captivate both men and Gods, Jupiter himself was won over and appeased by gifts.

Had I not sinned what would there be for you to pardon. My fate has given you the opportunity for mercy.

If you want to be loved, be lovable.

If you would marry suitably, marry your equal.