The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control, and outnumbers both of the other classes.

If some animals are good at hunting and others are suitable for hunting, then the Gods must clearly smile on hunting.

Gentleness is the ability to bear reproaches and slights with moderation, and not to embark on revenge quickly, and not to be easily provoked to anger, but be free from bitterness and contentiousness, having tranquility and stability in the spirit.

Men acquire a particular quality by constantly acting in a particular way.

A friend is simply one soul in two bodies.

Emotions of any kind can be evoked by melody and rhythm; therefore music has the power to form character.

When the storytelling goes bad in a society, the result is decadence.