The most difficult thing in life is to know yourself.
Suretyship (Dogma) is the precursor of ruin.
Time is the wisest of all things that are; for it brings everything to light.
Avoid doing what you would blame others for doing.
What is it that is most beautiful? - The Universe; for it is the work of God. What is most powerful? - Necessity; because it triumphs over all things. What is most difficult? - To know one's self. What is most easy? - To give advice. What method must we take to lead a good life? - To do nothing we would condemn in others. What is necessary to happiness? - A sound body and a contented mind.