Envy, Like Flames, Soars Upwards.

In Grave Difficulties, And With Little Hope, The Boldest Measures Are The Safest.

Fame Opportunely Despised Often Comes Back Redoubled.

Persevere In Virtue And Diligence.

He Is Truly A Man Who Will Not Permit Himself To Be Unduly Elated When Fortune's Breeze Is Favorable, Or Cast Down When It Is Adverse.

This Was The Athenians' War Against The King Of Macedon, A War Of Words. Words Are The Only Weapons The Athenians Have Left.