Everything existing in the universe is the fruit of chance and necessity.
Some men are masters of cities, but are enslaved to women.
Throw moderation to the winds, and the greatest pleasures bring the greatest pains.
Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold, happiness dwells in the soul.
Poverty in a democracy is as much to be preferred to what is called prosperity under despots, as freedom is to slavery.
Happiness does not reside in strength or money; it lies in rightness and many-sidedness.