Fear in the world first created the gods. [Lat., Primus in orbe deos fecit timor.]

- Statius

Give time and permit a short delay, impetuosity ruins everything.

- Statius

Allow time and moderate delay; haste manages all things badly.

- Statius

It is noble to grant life to the vanquished. [Lat., Pulchrum est vitam donare minori.]

- Statius

Fear first made gods in the world.

- Statius

It is an honourable thing to be merciful to the vanquished.

- Statius

In doubt, fear is the worst of prophets.

- Statius

Virtue may be cheerful without forgetting its dignity.

- Statius

A just fortune awaits the deserving. [Lat., Fors aequa merentes Respicit.]

- Statius