The man least dependent upon the morrow goes to meet the morrow most cheerfully.

All other love is extinguished by self-love; beneficence, humanity, justice, philosophy, sink under it.

A strong belief in fate is the worst kind of slavery; on the other hand, there is a comfort in the thought that God will be moved by our prayers.

A free life cannot acquire many possessions, because this is not easy to do without servility to mobs or monarchs.

We cannot live pleasantly without living wisely and nobly and righteously.

A beneficent person is like a fountain watering the earth, and spreading fertility; it is, therefore, more delightful to give than to receive.

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.