Oaths Are Not The Credit Of Men

Ah, Lives Of Men! When Prosperous They Glitter - Like A Fair Picture; When Misfortune Comes - A Wet Sponge At One Blow Has Blurred The Painting.

Respect The Altar Of Justice And Do Not, Looking To Profit, Dishonor It By Spurning With Godless Foot; For Punishment Will Come Upon You.

In War The First Casualty Is The Truth.

The One Knowing What Is Profitable, And Not The Man Knowing Many Things, Is Wise.

Ye Waves That O'er Th' Interminable Ocean Wreathe Your Crisped Smiles.