The only business of the historian is to relate things exactly as they are: this he can never do as long as he is afraid

The only business of the historian is to relate things exactly as they are: this he can never do as long as he is afraid

How gracious are the gods in bestowing high positions; and how reluctant are they to insure them when given.

The poor wretches have convinced themselves that they are going to be immortal and live for all time, by worshipping that crucified sophist and living under his laws...they receive these doctrines by tradition, without any definite evidence. So if any charlatan or trickster comes among them, he quickly acquires wealth by imposing upon these simple people.

Realize that true happiness lies within you.

The happy think a lifetime short, but to the unhappy one night can be an eternity.

Everybody dies. Some just need a little help.