Begin, be bold and venture to be wise.

Money is a handmaiden, if thou knowest how to use it; a mistress, if thou knowest not.

Pale death knocks with impartial foot at poor mens hovels and kings palaces.

A portion of mankind take pride in their vices and pursue their purpose; many more waver between doing what is right and complying with what is wrong.

Usually the modest person passes for someone reserved, the silent for a sullen person.