“Old age is by nature rather talkative.”

“Old age especially an honoured old age has so great authority that this is of more value than all the pleasures of youth.”

“When you are aspiring to the highest place it is honorable to reach the second or even the third rank.”

“Borrowing from Peter to pay Paul.”

“If you aspire to the highest place it is no disgrace to stop at the second or even the third place.”

“What one has one ought to use and whatever he does he should do with all his might.”

“Anyone who is willing to work and is serious about it will certainly find a job. Only you must not go to the man who tells you this, for he has no job to offer and doesn't know anyone who knows of ...”

“Choose your counsel, company and companions wisely: beware seeking wise words of advice from a fool or expecting informed opinions or decisions from the ignorant.”

“If you find it difficult to get along with your boss, try to reason with him and talk through your differences. If that doesn't work, drive him to suicide and take over the company.”