Willingly no one chooses the yoke of slavery.

But from the good health of the mind comes that which is dear to all and the object of prayer-happiness.

And one who is just of his own free will shall not lack for happiness; and he will never come to utter ruin.

Death is easier than a wretched life; and better never to have born than to live and fare badly.

As long as there are men the bulwark is safe.

Since long I've held silence a remedy for harm.

Suffering brings experience.