In making a speech one must study three points: first, the means of producing persuasion; second, the language; third the proper arrangement of the various parts of the speech.

A man can make up his mind quickly when he has only a little to make up.

Good has two meanings: it means that which is good absolutely and that which is good for somebody.

Friendship is communion.

Life is only meaningful when we are striving for a goal .

Of mankind in general, the parts are greater than the whole.

For though we love both the truth and our friends, piety requires us to honor the truth first.