Death does not concern us, because as long as we exist, death is not here. And when it does come, we no longer exist.

Justice has no independent existence; it results from mutual contracts, and establishes itself wherever there is a mutual engagement to guard against doing or sustaining mutual injury.

Only the just man enjoys peace of mind.

Natural wealth is limited and easily obtained; the wealth defined by vain fancies is always beyond reach.

Freedom is the greatest fruit of self sufficiency.

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

Justice... is a kind of compact not to harm or be harmed.