Why should a man have any apprehension about the change and dissolution of all the elements? For it is according to nature, and nothing is evil which is according to nature.

The best way of avenging thyself is not to become like the wrong-doer.

For outward show is a wonderful perverter of the reason.

Because a thing is difficult for you, do not therefore suppose it to be beyond mortal power. On the contrary, if anything is possible and proper for man to do, assume that it must fall within your own capacity.

Every man's life lies within the present; for the past is spent and done with, and the future is uncertain.

Gluttony and drunkenness have two evils attendant on them; they make the carcass smart, as well as the pocket.

Your mind will take on the character of your most frequent thoughts: souls are dyed by thoughts.