The flesh believes that pleasure is limitless and that it requires unlimited time; but the mind, understanding the end and limit of the flesh and ridding itself of fears of the future, secures a complete life and has no longer any need for unlimited time.

Without confidence, there is no friendship.

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.

Necessity is an evil; but there is no necessity for continuing to live subject to necessity.

What men fear is not that death is annihilation but that it is not.

The noble soul occupies itself with wisdom and friendship.

What will happen to me if that which this desire seeks is achieved, and what if it is not?