There is simple ignorance, which is the source of lighter offenses, and double ignorance, which is accompanied by a conceit of wisdom.

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

For those who possess and can wield arms are in a position to decide whether the constitution is to continue or not

Those that deem politics beneath their dignity are doomed to be governed by those of lesser talents.

We ought, so far as it lies within our power, to aspire to immortality, and do all that we can to live in conformity with the highest that is within us; for even if it is small in quantity, in power and preciousness, it far excels all the rest.

Metaphor is halfway between the unintelligible and the commonplace.

If happiness is activity in accordance with excellence, it is reasonable that it should be in accordance with the highest excellence.