There is no real coming and going, For what is going but coming?

A tyrant does not remain in the world; But the curse on him abides forever!

To the eye of enmity, virtue appears the ugliest blemish.

The pretender sees no one but himself, Because he has the veil of conceit in front; If he were endowed with a God discerning eye, He would see that no one is weaker than himself.

Oh friend! Exercise humility to a stern enemy, For gentleness makes blunt the cutting sword.

Dread not events unknown, and be not downhearted, for the fountain of the water of life is involved in obscurity.

After carrying and collecting like the ant, Enjoy-before the grave worm devours thee.

Who grasps with his fist one who has an arm of steel injures only his own powerless wrist. Wait till inconstant fortune ties his hand, then ... pick out his brains.

One in whose head is conceit, Think not that he will ever listen to truth.

Deep in the sea are riches beyond compare, But if you seek safety, it is on the shore.