Never say that I have taken it, only that I have given it back.

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.

Riches do not exhilarate us so much with their possession as they torment us with their loss.

The time when most of you should withdraw into yourself is when you are forced to be in a crowd.

Virtue consisteth of three parts,--temperance, fortitude, and justice.

The acquisition of riches has been for many men, not an end, but a change, of troubles.

Of all the gifts that wise Providence grants us to make life full and happy, friendship is the most beautiful.