Men of action, above all those whose actions are guided by love, live forever.

A knowledge of different literatures is the best way to free one's self from the tyranny of any of them.

Let those who desire a secure homeland conquer it. Let those who do not conquer it live under the whip and in exile, watched over like wild animals, cast from one country to another, concealing the death of their souls with a beggar's smile from the scorn of free men.

To beautify life is to give it an object.

Fortunately, there is a sane equilibrium in the character of nations, as there is in that of men.

Do something useful and you will have everything you want. Doors are shut for those who are dull and lazy; life is secure for those who obey the law of work.

Our wine is bitter, but it is our wine.