A man that seeks truth and loves it must be reckoned precious to any human society.

He who laughs at himself never runs out of things to laugh at.

It is unlikely that the good of a snail should reside in its shell: so is it likely that the good of a man should?

Don't be concerned who is watching you. The triumphs and merits of others belong to them - as do yours to you. Make the most of what you've got.

If evil be spoken of you and it be true, correct yourself, if it be a lie, laugh at it.

I must die. I must be imprisoned. I must suffer exile. But must I die groaning? Must I whine as well? Can anyone hinder me from going into exile with a smile? The master threatens to chain me: what say you? Chain me? My leg you will chain--yes, but not my will--no, not even Zeus can conquer that.

Act well your given part; the choice rests not with you.