When you want to hear a philosopher, do not say, 'You say nothing to me'; only show yourself worthy or fit to hear, and then you will see how you will move the speaker.

No matter where you find yourself, comport yourself as if you were a distinguished person.

What is it that every man seeks? To be secure, to be happy, to do what he pleases without restraint and without compulsion.

God has made all men to be happy.

You are a principal work, a fragment of [Goddess herself], you have in yourself a part of [her]. Why then are you ignorant of your high birth?

What ought one to say then as each hardship comes? I was practicing for this, I was training for this.

God has entrusted me with myself.