A strict belief in fate is the worst of slavery, imposing upon our necks an everlasting lord and tyrant, whom we are to stand in awe of night and day.

The mind that is much elevated and insolent with prosperity, and cast down with adversity, is generally abject and base.

The misfortune of the wise is better than the prosperity of the fool.

We must meditate on what brings happiness, since when it has, it has everything, and when he misses, we do everything to have it

If you wish to make Pythocles rich, do not add to his store of money, but subtract from his desires.

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

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.