Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent. Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent. Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil? Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God?

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.

The wise man thinks of fame just enough to avoid being despised.

Any man who does not think that what he has is more than ample, is an unhappy man, even if he is the master of the whole world.

Tranquil pleasure constitutes human beings' supreme good

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

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