Humans have come into being for the sake of each other, so either teach them, or learn to bear them.

Every instant of time... is a pinprick of eternity.

Be content to seem what you really are.

Do not act as if you were going to live ten thousand years. Death hangs over you. While you live, while it is in your power, be good.

All things fade and quickly turn to myth.

As far as you can, get into the habit of asking yourself in relation to any action taken by another: "What is his point of reference here?" But begin with yourself: examine yourself first.

The whole contains nothing that is not for its advantage. By remembering that I am part of such a whole, I shall be content with everything that happens.