I never desired to please the rabble. What pleased them, I did not learn; and what I knew was far removed from their understanding.

He who is not satisfied with a little, is satisfied with nothing .

Luxurious food and drinks, in no way protect you from harm. Wealth beyond what is natural, is no more use than an overflowing container. Real value is not generated by theaters, and baths, perfumes or ointments, but by philosophy.

Let nothing be done in your life, which will cause you fear if it becomes known to your neighbor.

If death causes you no pain when you're dead, it is foolish to allow the fear of it to cause you pain now.

It is not so much our friends' help that helps us, as the confidence of their help.

Earthquakes may be brought about because wind is caught up in the earth, so the earth is dislocated in small masses and is continually shaken, and that causes it to sway.