In [the soul] one part naturally rules, and the other is subject, and the virtue of the ruler we maintain to be different from that of the subject; the one being the virtue of the rational, and the other of the irrational part. Now, it is obvious that the same principle applies generally, and therefore almost all things rule and are ruled according to nature.

Happiness does not consist in pastimes and amusements but in virtuous activities.

Time past, even God is deprived of the power of recalling.

The man who confers a favour would rather not be repaid in the same coin.

There is nothing strange in the circle being the origin of any and every marvel.

A good style must have an air of novelty, at the same time concealing its art.

A true friend is one soul in two bodies.